From legislation that should be enacted at the federal level to providers helping patients use telehealth, there are several ways in which different stakeholders could improve the use of telehealth in an equitable and effective manner, according to a July…

On Tuesday, June 28, 2022, FDA announced the availability of the proposed rule Nonprescription Drug Product with an Additional Condition for Nonprescription Use (Docket No. FDA-2021-N-0862).

Measuring satisfaction, changes in in-person clinic use and the development of innovative new programs are important metrics hospitals and health systems can use to analyze the success of their telehealth services, according to a July 27 American Medical Association article.

The American Psychiatric Association recently stressed that prescribing medication to patients amid the increasing use of telemedicine requires a commitment to safety.

Teladoc reported a net loss of $9.78 billion in the first two quarters, dragging down its second-quarter earnings. 

The United States House of Representatives passed a bill expanding telehealth services and allowing Medicare patients to continue using telehealth services through 2024, The Hill reported July 27. 

Teladoc named Mike Waters as chief operating officer. 

HHS' Office of Inspector General has released a new report urging practitioners to remain cautious about entering into business arrangements with telehealth companies due to the rise in fraud and kickback schemes in the telehealth market. 

Sesame Care has been rated the best overall telehealth company for 2022 by Healthline, with Amwell and Teladoc also receiving accolades in different categories

Fort Myers, Fla.-based Lee Health will temporarily reduce the costs of its urgent care telehealth visits for community members, GulfShore Business reported July 15.