The recent legislative and regulatory changes in telehealth have introduced significant updates that impact both healthcare providers and patients. These modifications aim to extend the flexibilities originally introduced during the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE), ensuring the continued
As 2024 draws to a close, the impending expiration of telehealth flexibilities looms, potentially reversing transformative changes made during the COVID-19 pandemic. These adjustments significantly expanded telehealth capabilities, especially within the Medicare system, and their lapse could result
The healthcare landscape in Southampton has witnessed a transformative leap in communication efficiency with non-English-speaking patients, thanks to the integration of the Pocketalk handheld translation device. This groundbreaking study, conducted between April and August 2024 in collaboration
Telehealth has shown a remarkable upward trend in usage across various U.S. regions throughout June, as reported by FAIR Health's Monthly Telehealth Regional Tracker. While the nation as a whole saw an incremental rise in telehealth claim lines, distinct patterns emerged regionally, with
In a significant advancement in virtual healthcare, Cigna Healthcare, a subsidiary of The Cigna Group, has launched a new E-Treatment service through MDLIVE by Evernorth. This innovative solution allows Cigna members to receive immediate care for various ailments such as allergies, infections, and
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have made a significant decision to extend telehealth prescribing for controlled drugs through December 2025. Given the increasing reliance on remote healthcare options, this move indicates a growing
The digital divide in healthcare represents a critical challenge, particularly impacting underserved and minority populations. This gap encompasses those who have access to digital health tools and the literacy to use them effectively and those who do not. This is a significant barrier to
The Covid-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted various sectors, with healthcare administration experiencing significant transformations. The crisis exposed systemic vulnerabilities, particularly in human resources (HR) and staffing, compelling the industry to adopt long-overdue technological
Nursing informatics is a dynamic field merging nursing science, analytics, and information science to enhance patient-centered care and outcomes through effective data management and sharing. As healthcare continues to evolve, the role of nursing informaticists becomes increasingly vital. This
Sharp HealthCare is embarking on a transformative journey to modernize its IT infrastructure through a comprehensive, multi-phase hybrid cloud deployment. This strategic initiative aims to reduce vendor dependency, lower costs, and facilitate faster technology adoption. By integrating public,
