American Hospital Association October 18, 2024
People want medical care that is safe, convenient and accessible. Hospitals deliver that every day within their walls — and increasingly, outside of their walls as well, to the benefit of patients everywhere.
Improved technology has made telehealth services available for some time, providing increased access and convenience for patients. The regulatory waivers implemented during the pandemic allowed broader portions of the population to experience the benefits of virtual care. The expansion of telehealth services has transformed care delivery, expanded access for millions of Americans and increased convenience in caring for patients, especially those with transportation or mobility limitations, and those in rural communities.
Many of the same things can be said about the hospital-at-home model, where medically appropriate patients...