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

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

We interviewed Lois Ritter, a teaching associate professor for the masters of public health program at the University of Nevada, Reno. The number of people in health insurance with high deductibles is increasing, and they may prefer consumer-facing telehealth due to the lower cost. One is malpractice lawsuits.

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Introduction to Telebehavioral Health

AIHC

Behavioral telehealth may also be referred to as telebehavioral health, telemental health, telepsychiatry, or telepsychology. Increasing importance on patient satisfaction, providing efficient and quality care, and minimizing costs have also led to higher telehealth implementation.

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