HIT Consultant September 17, 2024
Fred Pennic

What You Should Know:

– A new study by The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic has shed light on the increasing demand for virtual second opinions (VSOs) in the US, with a particular focus on heart, cancer, and neurological conditions.

– This trend underscores the growing need for accessible specialty care, especially in regions facing healthcare provider shortages.

Specialty Care Deserts Drive VSO Demand

The national shortage of healthcare providers has created “specialty care deserts,” particularly in rural areas. This lack of access to specialists, combined with an aging population and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, is driving patients to seek VSOs. The study found that cardiology and cancer cases accounted for the largest share of VSOs nationally.

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