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Written by Courteney
Posted on February 25, 2016 at 5:13 pm
Telemedicine is advancing at an impressive rate, and is expected to further skyrocket over the course of 2016. Foley and Lardner LLP says of the field, “Telemedicine is a key component in the health care industry shift to value-based care as a way to generate additional revenue, cut costs and enhance patient satisfaction.” Telemedicine could help cut down on exposure to germs while waiting around in a hospital or clinic to be seen, as well as eliminate wait and travel times. The convenience offered by telemedicine companies such as DocChat is another big plus, especially if you are busy, immobile or not feeling well enough to venture out.
According to the AMA, 78% of doctor’s visits can be handled via telemedicine. Some of the many common non-emergency ailments telemedicine can treat include:
Telemedicine is not only ideal for immediate infections and passing health concerns, but can also be an excellent resource for the management of many chronic diseases and conditions. Here at DocChat we follow up with patients after their appointments, and the same doctor can be seen again upon patient request. We can also correlate specialist appointments via video conferences for chronically ill patients who need rheumatology, dermatology, cardiology or other types of specialized advice about their conditions. Telemedicine can be an excellent resource for those who have debilitating conditions such as severe arthritis, and can’t easily make it to the doctor’s office.
A few of the many chronic illnesses and diseases that can be aided via telemedicine include:
The above listed are just drops in the bucket of conditions that can be treated and maintained by telemedicine. Contrary to the belief that telemedicine is mainly for those who live in rural areas or are immobile, it can actually benefit anyone and everyone. Imagine if getting your condition treated was as easy as a few clicks of your mouse? Well it is. So signup to try DocChat today, and start on your convenient path to a healthier you.