GeBBS May 10, 2019
Telehealth is a key element of our country’s health care transformation – and health care providers, payers and patients are getting on board today more quickly than ever. After all, getting timely and convenient medical diagnosis and treatment using your computer, phone or tablet – anywhere, anytime, is of incredible value in our busy, technology-driven lives.
The American Telehealth Association highlights the benefits of telemedicine including: improved access, cost efficiencies, improved quality, and meeting consumer demand. Here are some fast facts and statistics that offer a clearer picture of the increasing adoption of telemedicine services in this country.
- Modern Healthcare reports that the use of telehealth services has increased more than 50% between 2016 and 2017 – growing at...