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The COVID-19 crisis has dealt a significant blow to many physician practices and wellness clinics. Social distancing means many Americans have either postponed or cancelled appointments in outpatient settings. Out of caution, some outpatient practices have temporarily closed to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
As the nation heeds the call of public health professionals to shelter-in-place, Americans in need of non-emergent medical care can consult with a medical provider via telemedicine.
Here are five things you need to know about telemedicine:
1. Innovative organizations and virtual practices like Kameronhealth.com are leading the charge with the use of telemedicine
2. Doctors’ offices and hospital health systems have also implemented telemedicine platforms which allow their physicians to be available for consultations using technology
3. While telemedicine platforms initially focused on urgent and acute care needs, it now includes specialty areas like psychiatry, psychology, physical therapy, etc.
4. Telemedicine consultations can be available via telephone, video or text. Prescriptions can also be written by the consulting provider if needed
5. The availability and practice of telemedicine in the United States may vary based on your state
For more information about telemedicine, here are some helpful links:
https://www.cdc.gov/phlp/publications/topic/telehealth.html
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2020/preparing-international-travelers/telemedicine
https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/benefits/telemedicine/index.html