Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have found that telemedicine services could lead to an increase in genetic counseling in community care centers, according to an abstract that will be presented tomorrow at the American Society of Clinical Oncology's annual meeting MORE
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Last week’s announcement of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ new fee schedule could mean a big increase in the amount of care given via telemedicine that’s reimbursed by Medicare. MORE
Eye telemedicine company Simple Contacts announced it raked in $16 million in Series B funding at the end of last week. The latest round, which was led by Waypoint Capital Partners with participation from returning investors Goodwater Capital, Steven Cohen, executives from Flatiron Health and a number of ophthalmologists, brings the company’s total funding to $26 million. MORE
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Telemedicine has created an environment where patient convenience paired with reduced costs and increased efficiencies have made a better health care experience for both patients and physicians. MORE
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It has become more and more evident with time that the health care delivery system here in the United States is riddled with issues. One with many disagreements arising from the fact that there is no clear and universally acceptable solution to our problems. MORE
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178 As telemedicine continues to reduce the burden on clinics and other healthcare settings, more schools are now looking to the technology for help. When it’s the flu season, the line at the school nurse’s office is usually backed up to the door. MORE
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State Medicaid programs are evolving to accelerate the adoption of telemedicine models, this evolution is occurring more quickly in some states than others, according to a recent analysis by Manatt Health MORE
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With more than 1,400 patients enrolled in six months, NewYork-Presbyterian’s telemedicine program is off to a hot start. Physician Engagement Telemedicine Blog Daniel Barchi NewYork-Presbyterian Peter FleischutWhat has been the key to its success? Focusing on these five critical elements, say Peter Fleischut and Daniel Barchi. MORE
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68 Just about everyone agrees in the basic vision for telemedicine: When a person gets sick, instead of jumping in the car to drive to a doctor’s office or urgent care center, they can pick up a phone or tablet instead, and get in touch right away with a doctor MORE
148 In addition to improving and expanding patient service, the vast financial benefits makes telemedicine consults a makes payers eager to gather more research on closing the telehealth gap. Telemedicine Industry Benchmark Survey. Summary of Telemedicine Survey Findings. MORE
Telemedicine is a hot topic in healthcare, with consumers more willing than ever to see a doctor remotely. Furthermore, research on telemedicine also shows a pattern of positive outcomes for patients. Today, 47 states are “green” for telemedicine. The Lay of the Land. MORE
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For everything else, the six international astronauts that live and work on the station rely on NASA’s own brand of telemedicine There’s no doctor onboard the International Space Station. Because of the costs associated with shipping anything up to space, there’s a carefully chosen selection of medical supplies and devices. MORE
127 The School Telemedicine in Arkansas (STAR) program is collecting data that supports the feasibility and success of offering real-time telehealth services in rural School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs). UAMS School Telemedicine Program Shows Results. MORE
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Although the concept of telemedicine isn’t exactly radical, one could argue that the way it’s being applied at organizations like NewYork-Presbyterian to improve the patient experience are quite innovative, says CIO Daniel Barchi. Patient Experience Payment Reform Telemedicine Blog Daniel Barchi NewYork-Presbyterian MORE
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Whether it’s a web portal, wellness program, or telemedicine, utilization is key! The third-party wellness and telemedicine programs offered in our web portal are the same programs HPS uses in our staff’s employee benefits package. Do a telemedicine orientation. MORE
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CMS seeks MIPS study contributors — EHR implementations don't seem to affect bond ratings either way MORE
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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke that has escalated to alarming rates in recent years, affecting nearly 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. MORE
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199 While telemedicine won’t replace all in-office visits, this is yet another example of a service that healthcare providers can administer through video just as effectively as they can in person — and with the added convenience benefits. From the article: A recent study led by allergist Tonia Elliot identified potential benefits of telemedicine including faster diagnosis and medication prescribing, lower out-of-pocket costs, and access for people in remote areas. MORE
Lee, a pediatric retina surgeon, is using telemedicine to educate Armenian doctors on surgical procedures for premature infants suffering from retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). In 2017, Lee has been using telemedicine video monitoring to mentor and teach surgeons in the operating room. MORE
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MAY 10, 2018
While telemedicine won’t replace all in-office visits, this is yet another example of a service that healthcare providers can administer through video just as effectively as they can in person — and with the added convenience benefits. From the article: A recent study led by allergist Tonia Elliot identified potential benefits of telemedicine including faster diagnosis and medication prescribing, lower out-of-pocket costs, and access for people in remote areas.
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SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
The harsh truth is that telemedicine has fallen far short of expectations, says David Bensema. Columns Featured Patient Experience Telemedicine David BensemaBut if it’s marketed more effectively and key changes are implemented, it can still serve a key purpose.
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San Francisco-based telemedicine provider Doctor On Demand announced today the closure of a $74 million round of Series C financing. The funding round was led by Princeville Global and Goldman Sachs Investment Partners.
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Telemedicine is a hot topic in healthcare, with consumers more willing than ever to see a doctor remotely. Furthermore, research on telemedicine also shows a pattern of positive outcomes for patients. Today, 47 states are “green” for telemedicine. The Lay of the Land.
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FEBRUARY 20, 2018
It has become more and more evident with time that the health care delivery system here in the United States is riddled with issues. One with many disagreements arising from the fact that there is no clear and universally acceptable solution to our problems.
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Although the concept of telemedicine isn’t exactly radical, one could argue that the way it’s being applied at organizations like NewYork-Presbyterian to improve the patient experience are quite innovative, says CIO Daniel Barchi. Patient Experience Payment Reform Telemedicine Blog Daniel Barchi NewYork-Presbyterian
Telehealth Blog
JUNE 26, 2018
Q: Does Medicaid reimburse for telehealth/telemedicine services? A: Federal Medicaid statues do not recognize telemedicine as a distinct service; however, each state has the flexibility to decide if/how its Medicaid program will reimburse for telehealth/telemedicine services.
Morning eHealth
JUNE 1, 2018
MACRA’s first data release thin on information — DOJ official says prosecuting hackers isn’t futile
KevinMD
DECEMBER 20, 2017
Telemedicine has created an environment where patient convenience paired with reduced costs and increased efficiencies have made a better health care experience for both patients and physicians.
Health System CIO
AUGUST 1, 2016
No matter how you define telemedicine - whether it’s real-time video conferencing or the transmission of photos - it’s going to see exponential growth in 2017, and your organization needs to be ready, says John Halamka. Patient Experience Telemedicine Blog John Halamka
Mobi Health News
APRIL 25, 2018
Telemedicine company American Well and health technology company Royal Philips anounced back in January that they would partner to integrate American Well's virtual care capabilites into Philips' consumer and professional digital health products. Now the first fruits of that partnership are launching in the form of a telemedicine feature built into the Philips Avent uGrow application for parents of young children
The Arizona Telemedicine Program Blog
JANUARY 18, 2018
Recent technological advancements have changed the way we see the world, paving the way for the growth of concepts such as telemedicine in the field of medical technology.
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FEBRUARY 26, 2018
CMS seeks MIPS study contributors — EHR implementations don't seem to affect bond ratings either way
Mobi Health News
MARCH 8, 2018
For everything else, the six international astronauts that live and work on the station rely on NASA’s own brand of telemedicine There’s no doctor onboard the International Space Station. Because of the costs associated with shipping anything up to space, there’s a carefully chosen selection of medical supplies and devices.
The Arizona Telemedicine Program Blog
MAY 24, 2018
Thanks to the rise of telemedicine, medical professionals are more able than ever to meet with patients, even when those patients are unable to leave home. There has been success with telemedicine in the United Kingdom as a way to manage lung cancer treatment.
The Arizona Telemedicine Program Blog
JUNE 4, 2018
Although the education of medical and nursing students regarding telemedicine has lagged behind the implementation of telemedicine services, such as telestroke and telepsychiatry, that’s about to change. a pioneer in telemedicine and telepathology, a subspecialty of telemedicine.
KevinMD
DECEMBER 2, 2017
Online dating is all the rage these days. Statistics suggest that over a third of couples now meet online.
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JANUARY 31, 2017
With more than 1,400 patients enrolled in six months, NewYork-Presbyterian’s telemedicine program is off to a hot start. Physician Engagement Telemedicine Blog Daniel Barchi NewYork-Presbyterian Peter FleischutWhat has been the key to its success? Focusing on these five critical elements, say Peter Fleischut and Daniel Barchi.
Mobi Health News
APRIL 30, 2018
As telemedicine continues to reduce the burden on clinics and other healthcare settings, more schools are now looking to the technology for help. When it’s the flu season, the line at the school nurse’s office is usually backed up to the door.
Mobi Health News
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Zipnosis is bucking traditional telemedicine wisdom in two ways. One, the company has always worked to deliver telemedicine services to patients by working with their existing provider.
Mobi Health News
MARCH 23, 2018
Just about everyone agrees in the basic vision for telemedicine: When a person gets sick, instead of jumping in the car to drive to a doctor’s office or urgent care center, they can pick up a phone or tablet instead, and get in touch right away with a doctor
KevinMD
MARCH 4, 2018
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke that has escalated to alarming rates in recent years, affecting nearly 1 in 3 adults in the U.S.
Mobi Health News
MAY 21, 2018
Eye telemedicine company Simple Contacts announced it raked in $16 million in Series B funding at the end of last week. The latest round, which was led by Waypoint Capital Partners with participation from returning investors Goodwater Capital, Steven Cohen, executives from Flatiron Health and a number of ophthalmologists, brings the company’s total funding to $26 million.
Health Portal Solutions
SEPTEMBER 22, 2017
Whether it’s a web portal, wellness program, or telemedicine, utilization is key! The third-party wellness and telemedicine programs offered in our web portal are the same programs HPS uses in our staff’s employee benefits package. Do a telemedicine orientation.
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MAY 19, 2017
Columns Featured Innovation Telemedicine Blog Daniel Barchi NewYork-PresbyterianBy applying a structured, scalable approach, NewYork-Presbyterian was able to build NYP OnDemand from a concept into one of the most comprehensive telehealth programs in the country, says Daniel Barchi.
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DECEMBER 23, 2015
But before implementing telemedicine into your benefits package, there are some important questions you need to ask yourself. The post Implementing Telemedicine appeared first on American Well.
BHM Healthcare Solutions
MARCH 27, 2018
In addition to improving and expanding patient service, the vast financial benefits makes telemedicine consults a makes payers eager to gather more research on closing the telehealth gap. Telemedicine Industry Benchmark Survey. Summary of Telemedicine Survey Findings.
Mobi Health News
JULY 11, 2018
Online and mobile platform Nurx, which uses telemedicine to connect rural patients to contraceptives, has raised $36 million in a Series B funding round led by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, with participation from Union Square Ventures, Y Combinator, and Lowercase Capital.
Morning eHealth
APRIL 24, 2018
House E&C to consider opioid bills this week — DoD looking to integrate old records into new EHR system
Healthcare Informatics
JULY 11, 2018
State Medicaid programs are evolving to accelerate the adoption of telemedicine models, this evolution is occurring more quickly in some states than others, according to a recent analysis by Manatt Health
Mobi Health News
APRIL 17, 2018
Miramont Family Medicine, a group practice in Fort Collins, Colorado, has four offices with staff and patients in each location. For physicians, finding the time to be physically present where and when they are needed can be difficult
Mobi Health News
MARCH 1, 2018
PlushCare, a direct-to-consumer telemedicine service that originally focused on acute and urgent care, has partnered with Thermo Fisher Scientific to add allergy testing to its offerings.
BHM Healthcare Solutions
DECEMBER 5, 2017
Editor’s Note: Health care executives and providers have shed fears about the deployment of telemedicine services. The demand for telemedicine services pressures payers into staying current with telemedicine based offerings allows payers flexibility with policy updates.
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But today, telemedicine has become an increasingly popular means of giving and receiving care The thought of visiting with a doctor in real-time via video would have seemed out of this world only a few years ago.
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VA names Morris officially to head EHR modernization — Banks to lead House Vets’ new Cerner subcommittee
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