Physicians Practice August 8, 2022
It’s clear that telehealth is here to stay.
Prior to COVID-19, telehealth was considered a niche or nice-to-have service for some specialties, while others were skeptical of its efficacy and slow to adopt. However, the pandemic changed perceptions nationwide when accessibility to care became a national imperative. Medical facilities across the country embraced telehealth to connect with patients near and far. Now, as medical providers ease into the new landscape, it’s clear that telehealth is here to stay. New research suggests that telehealth drives positive health outcomes, increased access to care, and the ability for practices to meet evolving patient expectations. It is the primary tool for a modern patient experience.
Pre-COVID telehealth
According to the CDC, data from the...