Tidbits
LVMAC Tidbit: Another Step Forward in Telehealth
On 11 May, the VA announced it is expanding telehealth, or virtual technology, by allowing healthcare provider, whether or not located within a VA facility, to treat its patients across state lines and outside a VA facility.
The result is the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has taken another step forward in telehealth services, of which private healthcare should take note. This is especially important to do in an era of nationwide shortages in the medical professions. It also makes the VA’s home-based healthcare program better, let alone pushing its concept of “aging in place” further along. (more…)
The presentation below was given by Scott Gingold at our 17 May 2017 Council Meeting. Thought you might be interested. 