AHIP July 10, 2019
Chris Regal, Director, Clinical Innovations

Americans have more chronic conditions than ever before, and preventive care can help people avoid these conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and other lifestyle-related health issues.

Under the Affordable Care Act, over 20 preventive services are covered without any out-of-pocket costs for consumers. What’s more, many of these services can be delivered remotely. A doctor can screen for a variety of conditions via telehealth, such as depression, drug and alcohol use, and diet, and conduct Medicare annual wellness visits from a smartphone, tablet, or computer.

Insurance providers recognize the importance of virtual technology in preventing diseases from occurring or existing conditions from worsening. For example, the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) helps people at high risk for type 2 diabetes from developing...

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