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31. Widespread Adoption Of Telehealth Could Save $6 Billion A Year 3/15/2016

    Despite promise, challenges still impeded the widespread implementation of telehealth. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

32. Caregivers Turn To Online Health Resources 3/10/2016

    Online health information became a major source of direction for many caregivers in 2015, according to an Edelman survey. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

33. 'Little Evidence' Of Digital Medicine's Impact On The Bottom Line 2/16/2016

    According to a six-month trial, mobile technology has no greater impact on healthcare costs than traditional disease management. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

34. On-Demand Healthcare Investment Could Reach $1 Billion In 2017 2/12/2016

    The “Uberization” of healthcare. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

35. Rural Healthcare Endangered 2/11/2016

    Close to one-third of all U.S. rural hospitals are “vulnerable to closure” in 2016. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

36. CONNECT Bill Would Extend Telehealth Services Via Medicare 2/10/2016

    The bipartisan bill would help providers meet the goals of MACRA with telehealth options. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

37. Despite Benefits, Few PCPs Use Telehealth 2/5/2016

    The majority of family physicians see the benefits to telehealth, yet few actually use the technology. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

38. Tele-ICU Tools Must-Have For Nurses 1/20/2016

    Three of four nurses surveyed said the use of tele-ICU tools improved care and helped them do their jobs more effectively. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

39. Patients More Likely To Choose Email When An Office Visit Will Cost Them 1/14/2016

    Patients who are responsible for out-of-pocket medical costs are more likely to choose to email their physician rather than spend money on an office visit. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

40. HIT Critical To Meet Federal Standards 1/7/2016

    Meeting current federal regulations would be impossible without the help of health technology, according to a study from IDC Health Insights. By Katie Wike, contributing writer