The shutdown leaves telehealth for Medicare patients in limbo
(By Yuki Noguchi for NPR) A few weeks ago, when Vicki Stearn, 68, tried to schedule a virtual visit with
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Healthcare disruptions mount as shutdown enters day 20
(By: Alan Condon for Becker’s Hospital Review) The Senate on Oct. 20 again voted against reopening the federal government, marking
Read MoreHealth systems pause Medicare telehealth visits during government shutdown
(By: Giles Bruce for Becker’s Hospital Review) Some health systems have started pausing telehealth visits for Medicare beneficiaries as the
Read MoreVA Telehealth brings care directly to Veterans
(Source -news.va.gov) Veteran trust in (89.0%) and satisfaction with (91.9%) VA telehealth have increased to new heights for the fifth
Read More5 healthcare policies to watch this month
(By: Madeline Ashley, Erica Cerutti, Alan Condon, and Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Congress is staring down a fast-approaching
Read MoreIs telehealth a good idea, or should I see my regular doctor?
(By Mara Gordon for NPR) Q: I see tons of ads for telehealth. Is that a good idea, or should
Read MoreSenators reintroduce bill to extend Medicare telehealth
(By: Ella Jeffries for Becker’s Hospital Review) South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott and Hawaii Sen. Brian Schatz have reintroduced the
Read MoreHow ATLAS is transforming remote care for Veterans
(Source – news.va.gov) Retired Army Veteran Michael Hanna is always looking for activities to keep him busy. Bike rides, swimming—R&R,
Read MoreInnovative SCOUTS program brings care to Veterans’ homes in New Mexico
(Source – news.va.gov) In New Mexico, one third of the population lives in a rural area. Older New Mexican Veterans
Read MoreEnsuring a smooth relocation and continuity of care with telehealth
(Source – news.va.gov) Relocating across the country can be challenging. Adapting to a new home and community while transitioning to
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