Why Telehealth Needs a Different ROI
HealthLeaders Media September 19, 2024
Healthcare providers won’t embrace telehealth unless they’re reimbursed properly. But advocates say they should be looking at more than just the cost.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
– Telehealth saw a surge in use during the pandemic and has seen an expected downturn since then, but it’s still a critical strategy for improved care access and outcomes.
– Supporters say providers are too focused on payment parity, and they should be evaluating ROI based on a wider range of benefits.
– The key to growth is recognizing those long-term benefits and aligning incentives to help providers and payers embrace telehealth more easily.
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