The requirement to pay out-of-pocket significantly affects patients' engagement in virtual behavioral care, specifically telemental health visits, under high-deductible health plans. A recent study by Included Health and Harvard Medical School, published in JAMA Network Open, has revealed that
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
Teladoc Health surprised analysts and investors alike with its better-than-expected performance in the third quarter, reporting $640.5 million in revenue, despite a 3% decline compared to the previous year. This performance highlights the resilience and adaptability of the company amid a rapidly
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
Addressing racial disparities in healthcare requires a thorough reformation of medical education to tackle internal biases that permeate clinical training. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly underscored the extensive inequities present in American medical systems, manifesting notably in
