Philips released two new Philips HealthSuite solutions that utilize the cloud to improve patient care in a scalable and cost-effective model, according to an Aug. 11 ITN Online report.

Amwell reported $60.2 million in revenue during the second quarter of 2021, up 5 percent from the previous quarter. 

Verizon inked a partnership with Apple to integrate data from the tech giant's Health app with its BlueJeans Telehealth platform, the companies said Aug. 11. 

The development of telehealth services from providers and payers alike has been opening doors to accessible, personalized care, but that investment is a balancing act, said Brett Hart, PhD, chief behavioral health officer at Centene Corp.

Grand Rounds Health is teaming up with HealthComp, an independent health benefits administrator, to offer its healthcare navigation and medical opinion services to HealthComp's clients, the companies announced Aug. 10. 

Baltimore-based Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers developed an EHR-embedded calculator that identifies patients who are likely to need technical assistance before a video visit, Harvard Business Review reported Aug. 10. 

Aetna, a CVS Health company, on Aug. 10 unveiled its new virtual primary care service for self-funded employers powered by Teladoc Health. 

Telehealth use among individuals with private health insurance stabilized in May after three months of dropping rates, according to healthcare data cost organization Fair Health.

Patients with Apple devices can now join telehealth appointments in a HIPAA-compliant setting without downloading Zoom's app, the company said Aug. 9.

The shift to telehealth and remote care poses challenges for the healthcare workforce. With the right preparation and technology, however, the industry can adjust to the new model and support workers and patients.