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How the Coronavirus Pandemic Is Driving Demand for Telehealth Services

InTouch Health

To increase access to telehealth services, the federal government is easing restrictions on telehealth reimbursement rates. Under 1135 Waiver, Medicare will now pay for telehealth office, hospital, and other types of visits across the country, including in a patient’s places of residence. Around 74% of patients in the U.S.

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What the Telehealth Expansion Act means for tackling social determinants and boosting health equity

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Healthcare IT News wanted to dig deep into the new law and its promises, so we sat down with Kamala Green, social drivers of health program manager at National Government Services. National Government Services empowers federal healthcare agencies to deliver care to millions of Americans through outcomes-driven innovation.