Healthcare IT News July 6, 2018
Bill Siwicki

Telemedicine platforms and tools will transform virtual care by incorporating emerging technologies and novel uses of data.

While the use of telemedicine systems has been expanding in recent years, especially as more payers have begun reimbursing for some telehealth services, the industry is on the verge of more widespread virtual care.

But what will that ultimately look like? The next generation of tools will feature enhancements ranging from chatbots, machine learning and genomics to remote diagnostic tools and better sensors.

Here’s a look at what to expect in the near future.

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