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AccessHealth uses telemedicine to boost mental health visits by 10% during COVID-19

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

COVID-19 spurred Houston-based AccessHealth to quickly scale up its telemedicine offerings, just as it did with most other health systems nationwide. And just like those other health systems, AccessHealth faced numerous challenges at first, in trying to adapt to this new normal. THE PROBLEM. MARKETPLACE. MEETING THE CHALLENGE.

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VA working with Apple to broaden telehealth access for veterans

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The new iPad initiative has its roots in the VA's Connected Tablet program , which launched in 2016 and, research shows, has created a more satisfying patient experience and made veterans less likely to miss appointments. Evans, chief officer in the VA's Office Of Connected Care, spoke with Healthcare IT News earlier this year.

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When Social Determinants of Health Limit Virtual Care Access

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We know that rural and underserved communities can benefit from strong virtual care programs, but those same communities may have digital connectivity barriers and social determinants of health (SDOH) that stop patients from accessing telemedicine. Connecting Patients in Need to Virtual Care.

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VA seeing substantial growth in telehealth, key patient engagement tools

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

It's already responsible for the biggest telemedicine infrastructure in the nation, and use of its telehealth services is surging. The sprawling provider network continues to seek new ways to deliver better care to its members where they live, in their communities and their homes. Evans, VA Office Of Connected Care.

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VA efforts to bring tablet-based telehealth to vets see positive results

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A JAMIA Open study published in August concluded the initiative successfully reached veterans in rural areas and patients with mental health conditions, while a separate study published by Psychiatric Services found the VA’s efforts also led to improved clinical efficiency. WHAT HAPPENED. WHY IT MATTERS.