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How Hospitals Are Reducing Medical Costs with Telehealth

American Well

Interest in telehealth has reached an all-time high, with many of the most prestigious health systems in the U.S. This surge in adoption is driven by the need to address a host of urgent issues, including the need to engage patient populations, bridge gaps in care, expand revenue sources, and make care more convenient for patients.

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How Hospitals Are Reducing Medical Costs with Telehealth

American Well

Interest in telehealth has reached an all-time high, with many of the most prestigious health systems in the U.S. This surge in adoption is driven by the need to address a host of urgent issues, including the need to engage patient populations, bridge gaps in care, expand revenue sources, and make care more convenient for patients.

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5 payer trends to watch in 2018

Henry Kotula

A recent KLAS Research and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives survey found that reimbursement remains the main barrier to telehealth expansion , but Krishna said virtual care will play a bigger role in the coming year, including for initial consultations and follow-up visits that don’t require an onsite doctor visit.