healthy people 2030 & cnbc video

Questions and Answers

What is a key focus of Healthy People 2030?

Improving health communication

How can health care providers help improve health-related decisions?

By using methods like teach-back and shared decision-making

Who can benefit from strategies to improve health communication?

People with limited health literacy skills

How can health care providers help people make informed health-related decisions?

By communicating clearly and using methods like teach-back and shared decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What is telemedicine broadly defined as?

Using electronic communications and software to monitor and treat patients instead of inpatient visits Signup and view all the answers

What Dr. Barnett suggest about the viability of telemedicine as a business model for physicians?

It provides a viable business model providing care across the whole spectrum Signup and view all the answers

According to the CNBC report, what percentage of Americans are willing to use telehealth?

66% Signup and view all the answers

What has been the impact of the digital divide in the U.S. on telehealth services?

Limited access to high-speed internet and telehealth services in rural areas Signup and view all the answers

Which major tech companies are entering the telemedicine space?

Microsoft, Apple, and Google Signup and view all the answers

According to the CNBC report, hat percentage of Americans have tried telehealth despite their willingness to use it?

8% Signup and view all the answers

How many states have payment parity laws for telemedicine visits?

10 Signup and view all the answers

Which medical fields have telemedicine expanded to?

Mental health, stroke, and chronic diseases Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Telemedicine and the Impact on Healthcare Systems

The digital divide in the U.S. affects rural areas, hindering access to high-speed internet and telehealth services.
Over 50 health systems, including Cleveland Clinic and Mount Sinai, have implemented telehealth systems for virtual patient check-ins.
Hospitals are partnering with telemedicine companies to expand their telehealth offerings and increase awareness among patients.
Massachusetts General Hospital has seen a significant increase in telemedicine visits, from 0.7-0.8% to over 75% of ambulatory visits.
Hospitals are implementing innovative solutions, such as mounting iPads on IV poles, to reduce the need for protective equipment and engage with patients effectively.
The University of Washington Hospital and other healthcare facilities have had to retrain physicians to provide care through telemedicine.
Telehealth training programs are being implemented to educate healthcare providers on logistical and practical aspects of telehealth.
The transition to telemedicine has been disorienting for many doctors accustomed to in-person patient care.
Telemedicine has facilitated serious illness conversations with patients, addressing choices and treatment preferences in a video-only environment.
While telemedicine has sustained some business for healthcare, in-person visits have decreased by 80-90%, impacting the financial stability of healthcare practices.
The federal government's relaxed telemedicine regulations may not adequately compensate healthcare practices for lost volume, impacting small and medium practices disproportionately.
Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing significant financial strain due to the cancellation of elective procedures and increased care for critically ill patients. The allocated relief funds may not be sufficient to mitigate these financial challenges.