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An academic's perspective on DTC telehealth services: Buyer beware

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

For consumers seeking medication there is no prior doctor-patient relationship so the telehealth provider will not be aware of the person's medical history and use of medications unless it is disclosed by the consumer or documented in a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program registry. One is malpractice lawsuits.

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Telemedicine: What Slows Down the Healthcare of the Future

HIT Consultant

According to CRICO’s national CBS Database, 66% of malpractice cases in telemedicine from 2014 to 2018 were connected to misdiagnosis. Undoubtedly, misdiagnosis is a serious issue that slows down recovery and can worsen a patient’s health. Patient satisfaction. Still, there are many challenges to overcome.

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Health Provider News

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