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Report: Telemedicine, modernized licensing can help bridge health disparity gap

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

"With the recent rise in virtual care, I'm hopeful that soon your ZIP code will no longer decide the type or quality of healthcare you receive, no matter where you live," said Dr. Ian Tong, chief medical officer at Included Health (formerly known as Doctor on Demand), in a statement about the report provided to Healthcare IT News.

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Trust is a Superpower for Public Health – The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Through the Health Lens

Health Populi

In addition, the politicization of health, dispersion of authority (with friends and family at least as trusted as scientists to “tell the truth on health”), and self-guided health (not necessarily in partnership with a licensed clinicians) can all be risks for health outcomes.

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Carenet Health Acquiring Health Dialog, Enhancing Clinical Team and Advancing Insights-Driven Platform Dedicated to the Business of Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

Health Dialog has long been renowned for the quality and commitment of its team as well as the depth of its analytics and insights,” said John Erwin, Chief Executive Officer at Carenet. Centering on the doctor and patient relationship helps ensure more informed choices and better health outcomes.

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The intersection of telehealth and AI: How can they reinforce each other?

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

As providers move toward increasing virtual care options across the care continuum, AI-powered patient triage and medical diagnosis can potentially create proper channels of care that not only bridge the gap in health disparities and promote access but also create a better patient experience and better health outcomes.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Pennsylvania

MedTrainer

The Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine is responsible for regulating medical provider licensing requirements. This licensing body ensures healthcare professionals meet the necessary qualifications and standards to practice safely and effectively. The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s Medicaid agency.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Colorado

MedTrainer

The Colorado Hospital Association (CHA) serves as a vital support system for hospitals and health systems, fostering collaboration, advocacy, and innovation to enhance the delivery of healthcare services across the state.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Florida

MedTrainer

The Florida Hospital Association (FHA) supports hospitals in their mission to deliver quality care by working with state lawmakers to find solutions that increase access and quality of care, while reducing costs to the state’s health care system. These laws define medical marijuana, regulate its use, and oversee licensed dispensaries.