Since COVID-19 started, the Medical Group Management Association found that practices saw at least a 55% decrease in revenue and a 60% decrease in patient volume

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When COVID-19 hit, medical practices experienced a hit to their patient volume and revenue. This is why telehealth services started to become more popular as it was a way for patients to get the care they need without physically going to an office.

Author: MGMA

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