Telehealth

Retroactive reimbursement, hospital at home are needed to ensure coverage during federal government shutdown.

Family physicians say they stand with their patients and want swift resolution to federal government shutdown.

Advocates say federal deadline, disagreement leave doctors, patients ‘dangling on the telehealth cliff.’

Health care based on brick-and-mortar locations is outdated. Physicians need to embrace more care via telehealth

Research shows telehealth increases physician time with patients, raising sustainability concerns for primary care.

AI isn’t just a buzzword anymore — it’s reshaping daily workflows inside medical practices.

From ambient transcription to smart scheduling, AI is helping doctors cut costs, save time and improve care. Here’s where it’s making the biggest difference — and what to consider before you invest.

Independent practices say EHRs lead the way — but telehealth, patient portals and analytics tools are driving measurable results, especially in mental health care.

Patients save hours, costs and carbon emissions without losing comprehension in preoperative virtual consultations, an Amsterdam UMC study finds.

The designation marks a new benchmark in virtual care quality standards.

A new study outlines how AI might support eVisits. Patients are on board, as long as doctors remain in the driver’s seat.

A ScienceSoft report finds technology and demand are in place, but regulatory uncertainty looms.

Telehealth enhances healthcare communication, improving patient-provider relationships and outcomes through real-time consultations, secure messaging, and remote monitoring.

Telemedicine had an impact equivalent to 130,000 fewer car trips each month. Researchers say this climate impact should factor into policy decisions regarding the future of virtual care.

A University of Michigan program using digital monitoring slashed hospitalizations by nearly 60%, offering a model for scalable post-discharge care.

Nearly two-thirds of users said they received care they couldn’t have otherwise, highlighting the stakes as Congress considers whether to extend virtual care coverage.

For patients struggling with self-management, telehealth offers solutions by creating new ways to engage that make the care process less taxing, less costly, and more effective.

One in eight portal users over 50 report being billed for messaging their doctors, with Medicaid and private plans charging at similar rates.

Addressing the unique, complex needs in women’s health care while improving care, easing the burden on OB-GYNs, and ensuring adequate payment.

Merged organizations pledge to advance innovative technologies to improve patient care.

By embracing better processes for sharing information, providers build trust and foster an environment that improves health outcomes.

Telehealth has more risks than you may realize. Are you protected?

Continuing resolution includes some provisions to help Medicare beneficiaries get online visits.

ATA policy chief explains congressional power to extend flexibilities that allow Medicare to cover online visits.

Congressional action could help or hurt availability of telehealth, which has grown to become a major part of the U.S. health care system.