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Saving small businesses one-by-one with direct care. See more
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Telehealth Gave Orgs Economic Boost, Cut Carbon Footprint Recent research found that telehealth led to the saving of over 53 million miles in travel distance and over $22 million in travel costs. January 18, 2023  - A recent study from UC Davis Health  found  that the uptake of telehealth during the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic improved patient outcomes and led to noticeable financial and environmental benefits , largely due to the cut in carbon footprint associated with virtual visits. more   Best telehealth plans for family or business .
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‘Wave of demand’ coming in senior living, experts say “As a whole, we’ve recovered all of the jobs lost during the pandemic. …We’re seeing some positive momentum,” he said. Healthcare and, specifically, senior living, however, is still “facing an uphill battle when it comes to repopulating facilities [with workers].” more Telethink for #recruitmentandretention
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  Want a clue on health care costs in advance? New tools take a crack at it Insurers must make the cost information available for 500 nonemergency services considered “shoppable,” meaning patients generally have time to consider their options. The federal requirement stems from the  Transparency in Coverage rule  finalized in 2020.  more    Best telehealth for employees and employers
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Pre-Deductible Telehealth Coverage Extension Included in 2023 Spending Bill "Employers need the flexibility to design benefit plans that improve employees' well-being and help retain top talent. I am grateful to our members for engaging with lawmakers from across the nation to secure this extension." more Best telehealth coverage for employers
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Technology Will Be Critical To Move Healthcare Organizations Forward in 2023 With the right technology, healthcare organizations in the year ahead can become more efficient, make quality care accessible to more people, reduce their recruiting and hiring costs, prevent mistakes, and deliver better outcomes for themselves, their workers and their patients. more Telethink  for employers  discover  #directcare   #transparency   #costreduction   #employeeretentionandrecruitment
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  The evolving business of virtual second opinions T here are few things more stressful than getting a serious medical diagnosis, but pandemic-era changes in virtual care are prompting more patients to obtain a second opinion without leaving home . more Telethink discover #directcare #transparency #costreduction