Hospice News June 7, 2024
Telehealth can be just as effective as in-person visits when it comes to palliative care.
Researchers found that early palliative care via telehealth often improves quality of life for patients with advanced non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) at a level equivalent to in-person care, according to a study presented at the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting. The American Journal of Managed Care (ALMC) first reported the results.
“These study findings add critical evidence to support access to telehealth services, especially to vulnerable populations with serious illness, and will ideally inform policy decisions regarding the role and coverage of virtual care in the future,” Joseph Greer, co-director of the Cancer Outcomes Research & Education Program at Massachusetts...
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