Telebehavioral Health Institute

JUNE 20, 2023

Since 2011, I have been writing the Telehealth.org blog to inform behavioral health professionals of telehealth advocacy to support the permanent approval of telehealth and telemedicine reimbursement at state and federal levels. The planned expiration date for the existing Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 is December 31, 2024.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

MARCH 5, 2024

As we navigate through 2024, it’s crucial to understand the comprehensive strategies and technologies available for effective COPD management through remote means. Future Projections Looking ahead to 2024 and beyond, future projections suggest a continued increase in the prevalence and impact of COPD on global health.

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Telebehavioral Health Institute

JUNE 20, 2023

Since 2011, I have been writing the Telehealth.org blog to inform behavioral health professionals of telehealth advocacy to support the permanent approval of telehealth and telemedicine reimbursement at state and federal levels. The planned expiration date for the existing Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 is December 31, 2024.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 22, 2023

By 2024, analysts expect the United States to be at a deficit of as many as 31,000 psychiatrists. In 2019, the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC) received funding for five different statewide behavioral health programs. THE PROBLEM At the same time, there is a critical shortage of behavioral health specialists.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 31, 2022

House of Representatives passed by a 416-12 vote the Advancing Telehealth Beyond COVID–19 Act of 2021 , which would extend the telehealth flexibilities put in place during the public health emergency until the end of 2024. Primary care in particular seems to be suffering, as visit volumes have yet to return to their 2019 levels.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One big question in healthcare when it comes to the digital divide: How can people in these households get access to telemedicine ? Virtual care can be a game-changer for people in rural communities and healthcare deserts. Even in urban centers where there are shortages of specialists.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 18, 2024

As we kick off 2024, we wanted to start the new year with a series of 2024 Health IT predictions. Now more than ever before, patients are interested in being active participants in their care, selecting the right health partner, and connecting with their providers.

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Lloyd Price

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Additional Talking Points: Universal Health Coverage: Ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare for all was a key focus, with discussions examining healthcare financing models, improving primary care infrastructure, and addressing disparities in access to essential services. What were the discussions at Arab Health 2024?

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 28, 2024

It can be especially effective for patients in those underserved or rural areas where we see the largest issues with access to care due to health provider shortages. Currently, 100mm people live in primary care physician shortage areas and 160MM live in mental health provider shortage areas. as it relates to home healthcare.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 4, 2024

As we kick off 2024, we wanted to start the new year with a series of 2024 Health IT predictions. We believe that trend will accelerate further in 2024 as obesity medication options and supply grow. The increase in supply will trigger a race in virtual chronic care. Stephanie Lahr, President at Artisight, Inc.

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DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule, set forth by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), brings pivotal updates in healthcare reimbursement. The final rule adjusts payment rates and policies for Medicare services, reflecting the current trends in telehealth, quality measurement, and value-based care.

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Lloyd Price

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Exec Summary: The HealthTech IPO market is expected to recover in the summer of 2024 with a number of factors now starting to build and support the case for public market listings. Overall, the outlook for the HealthTech IPO market in 2024 is positive. First, the underlying fundamentals of the HealthTech industry remain strong.

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Henry Kotula

JANUARY 30, 2019

Organizations that are the most successful will focus more on patient care than revenue, and they will see improved outcomes and reduced costs as a result. Primary care. On the nursing side, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a need for 649,100 replacement nurses by 2024.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 7, 2023

The bill makes permanent telehealth flexibilities that were first introduced in the CARES Act of 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, flexibilities that were set to expire at the end of December 2024 along with other telehealth extension provisions.

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 22, 2022

In fact, POLITICO is already helping inform us for our forecast for 2024, anticipating that Roe will help define the 2024 Presidential race. The opportunity and concerned embrace of technology-enabled health care and a consolidating industry. As health consumers, U.S.

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Henry Kotula

JULY 28, 2023

The process for eligibility renewals will continue to play out over the course of the next year since states have until mid-2024 to update all Medicaid enrollees’ eligibility status. Some telehealth flexibilities that were allowed under the PHE are also staying in effect, at least until the end of 2024.

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Mend

MARCH 19, 2024

They strive to ensure that the behavioral health and primary care services they offer are readily accessible and effortlessly available to the individuals they serve. ORLANDO, Fla., “The Mend solution drives positive outcomes and business processes, while providing flexibility for providers and patients alike.”

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Healthcare IT Today

MAY 14, 2023

News In a temporary rule, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) extended telemedicine flexibilities for prescribing controlled medications for six months following the end of the public health emergency, through November 11.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 12, 2023

2) adoption of digital health and telemedicine, especially due to COVID-19. food deserts, access to care), while clinical interventions and risk scores are created at the patient-level. Doing so creates exciting opportunities for personalized engagement, whole person care, precision medicine, and improved health outcomes.

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