HealthLeaders Media October 20, 2023
Eric Wicklund

The health system serving the nation’s active-duty military members and their families has selected Amwell and Leidos to create a ‘Digital First’ platform that emphasizes hybrid care.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

– The US Defense Department’s healthcare arm is dealing with a shortage of mental health providers and a lack of access for military members, veterans, and their families who need mental healthcare.

– To improve access, the Military Health System is replacing its Video Connect program with a hybrid platform developed by Amwell and Leidos that will support virtual and digital health tools as well as in-person care.

– The rollout of the $180 million ‘Digital First’ program will come in stages over the next two years.

Federal officials have selected...

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