Nathaniel M. Lacktman: Five Telemedicine Trends Transforming Health Care In 2016
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- Expanding Reimbursement and Payment Opportunities - Both private and government payers will continue to expand telemedicine coverage as consumers gain experience with the technology
- Uptick in International Arrangements - In 2016, more U.S. hospitals and health care providers will forge ties with overseas medical institutions, spreading U.S. health care expertise abroad
- Continued Momentum at the State Level - State governments across the U.S. are leading the way in telemedicine expansion
- Retail Clinics and Employer Onsite Health Centers on the Rise - A recent study found that more than 35 percent of employers with onsite health facilities offer telemedicine services
- More ACOs Using Technology to Improve Care and Cut Costs - The number of Medicare beneficiaries served has consistently grown
Source: Foley & Lardner LLP
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