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CVS could look to regional buys as it plans primary care acquisitions
“We can’t be in ... primary care without M&A. We’ve been very clear about that,” CEO Karen Lynch said during an earnings call Wednesday.
By Sydney Halleman • Aug. 3, 2022 -
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Teladoc shares tumble amid weak guidance, inflation headwinds
Teladoc recorded another major net loss in the second quarter, driven in part by the Livongo acquisition’s goodwill impairment charge.
By Rebecca Pifer • July 28, 2022 -
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Virtual visits remain significantly elevated compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, as patients report high satisfaction with digitally delivered care.
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HHS proposes reinstating nondiscrimination protections stripped by Trump administration
One notable change includes language around clinical algorithms, prohibiting discrimination through the use of that technology in healthcare settings.
By Hailey Mensik • July 26, 2022 -
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OIG warns of telehealth fraud risks in wake of DOJ crackdown
The special alert to healthcare providers describes how fraudsters recruit and reward practitioners in schemes to exploit the growth of telemedicine.
By Susan Kelly • July 25, 2022 -
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Teladoc names ex-Providence executive as new COO, filling vacancy
The chief operating officer role has been empty since David Sides departed Teladoc in September to become the chief executive of an ambulatory technology company.
By Rebecca Pifer • July 25, 2022 -
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Lack of payment pathway clarity hinders digital therapeutics, analysts say
The Forrester Research report warns of a sector beset by payment issues, “snake oil” and “middling adoption.”
By Nick Paul Taylor • July 15, 2022 -
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Q&ATeladoc's new CMO Vidya Raman-Tangella on the telehealth giant's clinical strategy and new products
The executive caught up with Healthcare Dive to chat day one priorities, her vision for health equity, closing care gaps and why this might be the role she’s wanted all of her career.
By Rebecca Pifer • July 14, 2022 -
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Digital health funding is cooling down
This year’s trajectory suggests overall funding will fall significantly short of last year’s, as investor confidence is shaken by global conflict and inflation concerns, according to Rock Health reports.
By Rebecca Pifer • July 12, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Included HealthTransforming virtual care to virtual-first care beyond the pandemic
The rapid expansion of virtual-first healthcare is dramatically reshaping how care is accessed and delivered.
July 11, 2022 -
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COVID-19 reappeared in top 5 telehealth diagnoses in April
Telehealth use overall rose nationally and in every region following two months of decline, according to Fair Health’s monthly tracker.
By Hailey Mensik • July 6, 2022 -
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How the decision overturning Roe v. Wade is changing healthcare
Many provider groups protested the 6-3 decision, with the American Medical Association saying it was "deeply disturbed" by the court overturning Roe v. Wade, which was precedent for almost half a century.
By Shannon Muchmore • Updated July 5, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Davita Kidney CareOvercoming psychosocial barriers for long-term success on home dialysis
As patient utilization of home dialysis grows, the nephrology community must focus on breaking down psychosocial barriers to ensure long-term success.
By Dr. Mihran Naljayan, Chief Medical Officer, Home Modalities at DaVita Kidney Care • June 27, 2022 -
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Deep DiveAs cross-state telemedicine waivers expire, virtual care advocates focus on long-term policy changes
There’s a complication: No one solution to the U.S.’ patchy physician licensing infrastructure has universal buy-in.
By Rebecca Pifer • June 21, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Touro UniversityThe cultural and mental health skills that medical and health science students need in today's world
From memorizing facts about illnesses to learning how to perform procedures, every medical and health science university offers curricula and opportunities to ensure that its students hone their hard skills.
June 21, 2022 -
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Amwell appoints ex-Advocate Aurora exec as chief medical officer
The virtual care company has tapped Carrie Nelson as its new CMO, filling a role that’s been vacant since last summer.
By Rebecca Pifer • June 8, 2022 -
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Teladoc hit with class-action suit alleging it misled investors
The complaint accuses the company, along with CEO Jason Gorevic and CFO Mala Murphy, of downplaying competition that stifled growth in Teladoc's mental health and chronic care businesses.
By Rebecca Pifer • June 6, 2022 -
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Telehealth visits dropped in March amid better COVID-19 outlook, new report finds
The data provides a snapshot of early 2022 when COVID-19 infections dropped and patients seemed more willing to return to the doctor's office.
By Sydney Halleman • June 3, 2022 -
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Sponsored by eVisit5 ways to future-proof your telehealth program
Leaders have an opportunity to reimagine their telehealth infrastructure with these five best practices.
May 31, 2022 -
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OpinionMillions of people counting on Congress to protect telehealth access
Patients who have come to rely on telehealth have been left waiting and wondering if they will be able to receive the virtual care they need once the COVID-19 public health emergency has ended.
By Julia Mirich • May 26, 2022 -
Amwell Q1 net loss widens on costs to expand Converge platform
The vendor's revenue grew 11% while expenses climbed 40% year over year, as Amwell invested heavily in research and development for its open architecture Converge platform.
By Rebecca Pifer • May 10, 2022 -
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Telehealth use fell in February as omicron retreated
Mental health services captured a larger percentage of remote care and continued to be the top reason for online provider visits in February, according to data from Fair Health.
By Susan Kelly • May 10, 2022 -
Telemedicine reached disadvantaged communities during pandemic, study finds
The results surprised Johns Hopkins University researchers, who said it contrasted with earlier findings showing an inverse link between socioeconomic status and use of telemedicine in the pandemic.
By Susan Kelly • May 4, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Touro University3 questions for Dr. Alan Kadish, Touro University President
Between new locations, expanding programs and an ever-growing list of community service initiatives, Touro University is becoming one of the nation's leaders in medical and health science education in myriad ways.
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Teladoc records $6.6B impairment charge on Livongo acquisition, spurring record net loss
Teladoc bought chronic care giant Livongo for $18.5 billion two years ago, but the asset's waning value and external market factors triggered the multibillion-dollar goodwill impairment charge in the first quarter.
By Rebecca Pifer • Updated April 28, 2022 -
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Employers are reevaluating health benefits amid tight labor market, survey finds
Improving affordability, providing virtual care and boosting mental health offerings will be top priorities for U.S. employers over the next two years, according to a Willis Towers Watson report.
By Susan Kelly • April 27, 2022
