80% of physicians surveyed believed that telehealth provided patients better access to care since using it

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Telehealth also offers more affordable care options and can help decrease preventable emergency department visits. Telehealth also allows for higher-quality care since it can integrate a number of healthcare providers into one virtual meeting space. This team-based approach facilitates collaboration between multiple disciplines that specialize in different areas. Additionally, with advances in technology, patients are able to see their doctors from anywhere and receive medical advice quickly and easily.

Author: MedCity News

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