Telehealth
It's becoming much more popular among the age group, but many still don't see it as a substitute for in-person care.
Dignity-preserving technology allows the patient to decide what information is shared and for how long.
The telehealth program offers access to a physician, psychologist or counselor through a video or audio call.
A team from the VA visited MedSign and talked about the company becoming a vendor of the U.S. government, CEO says.
Rural providers can pursue care transformation, such as expanding telehealth to allow the beneficiary's place of residence to be an originating site.
Through the platform, hospitals can communicate with post-acute care facilities about test results and bed availability to inform care transitions.
Reform efforts must be coupled with significant and targeted investment to bridge the digital divide, says Dr. Jason Tibbels of Teladoc.
The strategy that more than 70% of hospitals and health systems are turning to is embracing telehealth and other digital approaches.
Providers say there are a number of logistical, regulatory and educational hurdles that must be overcome for telehealth to reach its potential.
Barriers to adoption include hearing issues, lack of tech abilities and visual difficulties.