WOW! Look What We’ve Done with Telemedicine as the New normal - 2020 Quality Summit presentation (Non-CE)-WOW! Look What We’ve Done with Telemedicine as the New Normal

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In the video, Kathy and Ginger discuss the topic of telehealth and its impact on healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic. They explain the objectives of the discussion, which include defining telehealth and its role in patient care, discussing best practices, and exploring the potential for revenue generation. Kathy introduces herself as a cardiologist and Ginger as the Executive Vice President of Care Transformations at MedAxium. They emphasize the importance of understanding the rules and regulations surrounding telehealth, including reimbursement and documentation requirements. They also discuss the benefits of telehealth, such as improved access to care, reduced healthcare costs, and increased patient satisfaction.<br /><br />The presenters provide insights on how to successfully implement telehealth in practice, including the importance of structure, preparation, and patient engagement. They highlight the need for clear communication with patients about insurance coverage and co-pays. They also discuss the potential future of telehealth, suggesting that it will continue to be a valuable tool in healthcare delivery, particularly for chronic disease management and remote monitoring.<br /><br />Overall, the video provides valuable information and insights on telehealth and its potential benefits and challenges in the current healthcare landscape. No credits were acknowledged in the transcript.

Keywords

telehealth

COVID-19 pandemic

patient care

reimbursement

access to care

healthcare costs

patient satisfaction

implementation

chronic disease management