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Report: Trump Administration Moves to Make Telehealth Expansion Permanent

President Trump signed an Executive Order ensuring the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will continue to cover Medicare’s telehealth expansion. Additionally, CMS has proposed to make telehealth visits a permanent feature in the Medicare program. What can Medicare providers expect to see going forward?

Report: The Third Wave of Opioid Overdose Deaths & COVID-19

A new study by the American Medical Association (AMA) reveals that despite an almost 40 percent decrease in opioid prescriptions, overdose deaths are on the rise. What is contributing to this, and what changes can independent physicians expect to see in the future of substance abuse treatment?

Yesterday’s Patients, Today’s Parents: Pediatrics & Millennials

As more millennials become parents or grow their families, today’s pediatricians must understand millennial parents’ healthcare preferences. We examine the data and research to uncover ways pediatricians can attract and retain patients while enhancing their healthcare experience.

Report: Physicians Can Expect Future Growth in the Telehealth Behavioral Healthcare Market

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased demand for digital behavioral health care to increase accessibility and help reduce the costs of traveling to the doctor’s office. See how this market is expected to grow during and after COVID-19.

Two Key Aspects for Success in Self-Funded Employer Insurance

Self-funded insurance is one way for employers to decrease healthcare spending while promoting employee well-being. How can high-performance networks and technology engage patients while further lowering costs?

Report: COVID-19 Apps May Not Protect Patient Data

Woman holding phone, wearing face covering and social distancing to prevent COVID-19 spread

As tech companies develop digital tools to slow the spread of COVID-19, a recent report raises concerns about whether these apps protect patient data. What are the main concerns? How are industry and federal lawmakers working to protect users?

Report: How COVID-19 Revealed — and May Help Alleviate — Healthcare Inequity

COVID-19 revealed the depth of racial inequality in our healthcare system. With this in mind, healthcare leaders are taking steps to make care more accessible in the future.

How Women’s Health Providers Can Thrive in Value-Based Care by Enhancing the Patient Experience

Female Doctor Consulting Female Patient

How can women’s health providers enhance the patient experience and — in the process — advance value-based care?

How Telehealth Can Help With the OB-GYN Shortage

Is the doctor in? Yes — just not in the office. With the looming OB-GYN shortage still underway, we’ve gathered the latest research and insights as to how telehealth can help OB-GYNs reduce the impact on their practices so they can continue to deliver high-quality care to their patients.

What COVID-19 Can Teach Us About Telehealth

Telehealth is a great tool that providers can use to increase revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic. Graham Galka, Senior Vice President of Strategy & Innovation at Privia Health, explores the three key factors providers must consider before adding telehealth to their practice.