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JAMA Network Open: Antibiotic Receipt for Pediatric Telemedicine Visits With Primary Care vs Direct-to-Consumer Vendors

JAMA Network Open: Antibiotic Receipt for Pediatric Telemedicine Visits With Primary Care vs Direct-to-Consumer Vendors Research from the University of Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) found that telemedicine visits conducted for children with primary care providers (PCPs) are associated with fewer antibiotic prescriptions than telemedicine visits with virtual-only direct-to-consumer (DTC) companies. The findings highlight the importance of supporting integrated telemedicine [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:31:07-04:00March 14th, 2024|

Cureus: The Impact of Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) on Health Care Delivery: A Comprehensive Evaluation

Cureus: The Impact of Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) on Health Care Delivery: A Comprehensive Evaluation This study aimed to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the impact of these technologies on healthcare delivery, focusing on patient outcomes, economic parameters, and overall satisfaction. The study found savings in health care costs, improved accessibility to [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:31:42-04:00March 4th, 2024|

Health Affairs: Medicare’s Mental Health Problem

Health Affairs: Medicare’s Mental Health Problem There is a growing mental health crisis among older adults: 20–30 percent of older adults older than the age of 65 report symptoms of anxiety or depression, and older adults exhibit the highest rate of suicidal ideation of any age group. However, only a fraction of affected Medicare [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:32:05-04:00March 4th, 2024|

Drug and Alcohol Dependence: Are Relaxed Telehealth and Take-Home Medication Regulations for Treating Opioid Use Disorder Cost-Effective?

Drug and Alcohol Dependence: Are Relaxed Telehealth and Take-Home Medication Regulations for Treating Opioid Use Disorder Cost-Effective? A multidisciplinary team of Stanford researchers has found that relaxed guidelines for opioid use disorder during the COVID-19 pandemic were likely not only effective, but cost-effective as well. The authors used a model-based analysis to simulate a [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:32:31-04:00March 1st, 2024|

Journal of Climate Change and Health: Pediatric Telemedicine Visits Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Journal of Climate Change and Health: Pediatric Telemedicine Visits Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions A study found that pediatric telehealth use is linked to a substantial reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. The study assessed the effects of telehealth use among pediatric patients on travel and, by extension, carbon emissions. University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:32:57-04:00March 1st, 2024|

HealthAffairs Scholar: Association of Licensure and Relationship Requirement Waivers for With Out-of-State Telemental Health Care

HealthAffairs Scholar: Association of Licensure and Relationship Requirement Waivers for With Out-of-State Telemental Health Care During the COVID-19 public health emergency, states waived in-state licensure and pre-existing patient–physician relationship requirements to increase access to care. This study examined commercially insured individuals in 3 metropolitan statistical areas straddling Illinois and found increased out-of-state telehealth utilization [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-06-06T15:24:31-04:00February 28th, 2024|

Elevance Health: Virtual Health Care is Convenient, Accessible, and Recommended by Friends and Family

Elevance Health: Virtual Health Care is Convenient, Accessible, and Recommended by Friends and Family A survey commissioned by Elevance Health found that virtual care is seen as convenient and accessible, especially for those unable to visit a doctor in person for many reasons including lack of transportation or childcare, working several jobs, or a [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:36:02-04:00February 27th, 2024|

New England Journal of Medicine: Wearable Digital Health Technology for Epilepsy

New England Journal of Medicine: Wearable Digital Health Technology for Epilepsy One third of people with epilepsy have seizures despite medical treatment. The authors examine wearable digital health devices that can detect seizures and how these devices can affect epilepsy care.

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:39:44-04:00February 22nd, 2024|

SteadyMD: Telemedicine Effective for Chronic Conditions

SteadyMD: Telemedicine Effective for Chronic Conditions Telehealth is effective for managing patients with chronic conditions while also making it easier for healthcare providers to manage their personal and professional lives, according to the results of a new clinician survey from SteadyMD, a telehealth infrastructure provider that powers healthcare leaders and innovators in all 50 [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:39:57-04:00February 20th, 2024|

American Journal of Managed Care: Scaling Care Coordination Through Digital Engagement: Stepped-Wedge Trial Assessing Readmissions

American Journal of Managed Care: Scaling Care Coordination Through Digital Engagement: Stepped-Wedge Trial Assessing Readmissions Transitions of care represent a pivotal time period for patients as they are discharged from the hospital to a home setting. This study examined the usage of postdischarge digital engagement (PDDE) to engage patients during this traditionally risky time period. [...]

Alliance for Connected Care2024-09-05T15:40:17-04:00February 14th, 2024|

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