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Zyter Enables Provider Practices to Extend Telehealth Services to Reduce COVID-19 and Flu Exposure Risk, While Delivering Quality Care and Efficiency

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Thursday, December 3, 2020
Articles, Health informatics, Telemedicine, Telecommunications, Technology, Telehealth, Assistive technology, Digital health, eHealth, American Well, Home automation for the elderly and disabled

If a consult is required, the physician can schedule and conduct a virtual telehealth visit from within ZyterHome.

Key Points: 
  • If a consult is required, the physician can schedule and conduct a virtual telehealth visit from within ZyterHome.
  • Remote monitoring is a growing trend as physicians continue to expand their use of telehealth through technology to address the pending physician shortage.
  • Integrated with the companys digital health platform, ZyterHome is intuitive and easy to use for patients and providers alike.
  • By taking advantage of this latest medical technology, provider practices can increase the potential for early intervention, thereby decreasing the likelihood of acute episodes.

Cleveland Clinic and Amwell Welcome New Leadership to Their Joint Venture

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
Nursing, Technology, Other Health, Health, Oncology, Mental health, Medical devices, Infectious diseases, Software, Hospitals, Hardware, American Well, Mobile software, Telemedicine, Health, Trauma center, Cleveland Clinic, Amwell, Coronary artery bypass surgery, Organ transplantation, Clinic, Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Amwell

Cleveland Clinic and Amwell (NYSE: AMWL) today announced the appointment of new leadership to their digital health company, a joint venture that delivers virtual care from Cleveland Clinics highly specialized team of clinical experts through Amwells technology platform.

Key Points: 
  • Cleveland Clinic and Amwell (NYSE: AMWL) today announced the appointment of new leadership to their digital health company, a joint venture that delivers virtual care from Cleveland Clinics highly specialized team of clinical experts through Amwells technology platform.
  • The Amwell and Cleveland Clinic teams have come together in a swift, pragmatic way to build upon the successes that Cleveland Clinic has modeled in digital care over the years, said Ido Schoenberg, Chairman and Co-CEO, Amwell.
  • Under Frank and Egberts leadership, were excited to see that impact scale, bringing the worlds best care to new and necessary places.
  • Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States.

Healthgrades Debuts Telehealth Resource Center to Connect Consumers with Providers Virtually

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
Other Consumer, Technology, Hospitals, Audio, Video, Software, Practice Management, Internet, Health, Consumer, Articles, Health informatics, Telecommunications, Telemedicine, Technology, Assistive technology, Telehealth, Healthgrades, eHealth, American Well

Healthgrades , the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems, today announced the debut of the Telehealth Resource Center , the latest in a series of telehealth offerings on healthgrades.com aimed at helping consumers connect with providers virtually.

Key Points: 
  • Healthgrades , the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems, today announced the debut of the Telehealth Resource Center , the latest in a series of telehealth offerings on healthgrades.com aimed at helping consumers connect with providers virtually.
  • With this new resource center, consumers can instantly connect with a board-certified provider through a number of trusted telehealth platforms.
  • Since the onset of COVID-19, telehealth has seen exponential growth as consumers embrace virtual care to safely connect with providers.
  • In addition to seeking a telehealth appointment through the Telehealth Resource Center, consumers can also schedule a telehealth appointment with a specific provider through their healthgrades.com profile.

Amwell to Participate in the 32nd Annual Piper Sandler Healthcare Conference

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Technology, Hospitals, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Practice Management, Other Health, Health, General Health, Data management, Articles, American Well, Mobile software, Telemedicine, Technology, Health, Amwell, Telehealth

Amwell , (NYSE: AMWL) (the "Company") a national telehealth leader, today announced that Ido Schoenberg, Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer and Keith Anderson, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the 32nd Annual Piper Sandler Virtual Healthcare Conference being held December 1-3, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Amwell , (NYSE: AMWL) (the "Company") a national telehealth leader, today announced that Ido Schoenberg, Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer and Keith Anderson, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the 32nd Annual Piper Sandler Virtual Healthcare Conference being held December 1-3, 2020.
  • They are scheduled to participate in a fireside chat on December 3, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. EDT.
  • Amwell believes that digital care delivery will transform healthcare.
  • American Well, Amwell, and Amwell Medical Group are registered trademarks or trademarks of American Well Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Telegenetics leader GeneMatters announces a significant technology expansion to further scale genetic services

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Articles, Health, Science and technology, Assistive technology, Health informatics, Telehealth, Genetic counseling, Telemedicine, American Well, Center for Telehealth and E-Health Law

GeneMatters now provides a single source for accessing expert genetic counselors via telehealth, a suite of patient engagement tools and the most comprehensive telegenetics platform available.

Key Points: 
  • GeneMatters now provides a single source for accessing expert genetic counselors via telehealth, a suite of patient engagement tools and the most comprehensive telegenetics platform available.
  • The Pioneer Telegenetics Platform enables customized, seamless integration for telehealth genetic counseling service delivery and patient management.
  • Since launch in 2017, GeneMatters has continued to improve patient access to genetic services through innovation.
  • GeneMatters provides telehealth genetic counseling and software solutions that increase access to genetic services.

Priority Health Extending $0 Cost Share Virtual Care and Telehealth Services for Employer Groups Into 2021

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Thursday, November 12, 2020
General Health, Professional services, Health, Insurance, Articles, Telemedicine, Health informatics, Technology, Health, Assistive technology, Telehealth, eHealth, Medicare, American Well, Health policy and management

Priority Health announced that it will continue to offer $0 cost share virtual care and telehealth services, including medical, behavioral health and substance use telemedicine, for nearly all fully funded HSA and non-HSA plans ahead of deductible, into 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Priority Health announced that it will continue to offer $0 cost share virtual care and telehealth services, including medical, behavioral health and substance use telemedicine, for nearly all fully funded HSA and non-HSA plans ahead of deductible, into 2021.
  • By offering $0 cost share virtual visits, Priority Health seeks to not only ensure that high-risk members have affordable access to care, but also help enable the transformation to more virtual health care services.
  • In addition to offering $0 cost share virtual care and telehealth services, Priority Health has supported employer groups and members during the pandemic in the following ways:
    Priority Health has also recently announced the following telehealth offerings:
    Starting January 1, 2021, Priority Health is extending $0 virtual visits1 for primary care, specialists, and behavioral health, for all Priority Health Medicare Advantage members.
  • Priority Health agents and account managers are available to provide more information about telehealth and virtual care services and how this coverage applies to specific plans.

Amwell® Simplifies Telehealth Access with Amwell Now and Expanded Carepoint™ Portfolio

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Thursday, November 12, 2020
Nursing, Technology, Other Health, Health, Oncology, Mental health, Medical devices, Infectious diseases, Software, Hospitals, Hardware, Articles, American Well, Mobile software, Telemedicine, Technology, Health, Health informatics, Telehealth, Amwell

Amid COVID-19, healthcare organizations needs for and expectations surrounding telehealth have fundamentally changed, said Ido Schoenberg, Chairman and Co-CEO, Amwell.

Key Points: 
  • Amid COVID-19, healthcare organizations needs for and expectations surrounding telehealth have fundamentally changed, said Ido Schoenberg, Chairman and Co-CEO, Amwell.
  • Amwell Now and Amwells latest Carepoint tablets and carts are designed to make it easier for providers to quickly onboard patients and use virtual care.
  • New offerings include:
    Amwell Now Amwell Now enables a simple connectivity experience for patients and providers, streamlining entry to the Amwell platform, which is purposefully designed for healthcare interactions.
  • American Well, Amwell and Carepoint are registered trademarks or trademarks of American Well Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Report Finds Most Consumers and Nearly All Payors Want More Healthcare to Move to the Home

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Articles, Health informatics, Telecommunications, Technology, Assistive technology, Telehealth, Heal, Telemedicine, Home automation for the elderly and disabled, American Well

Payors, providers, policymakers, and people who need care are all open to more care delivery in the home.

Key Points: 
  • Payors, providers, policymakers, and people who need care are all open to more care delivery in the home.
  • Nearly half of respondents (46 percent) had a telehealth visit in the last year, and the vast majority of this group (82 percent) would use telehealth again.
  • Two out of three people who have not used telehealth would be interested in using it for a future healthcare need.
  • Interest in home health is consistent among older patients, and 74 percent of seniors express interest in future telehealth appointments.

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Doctor On Demand Launch SimplyVirtual(SM)

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Articles, Health, Health informatics, Assistive technology, Primary care, Telehealth, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Telemedicine, Health care, E-consult, American Well

HARTFORD, Conn., Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Harvard Pilgrim Health Care today announced the launch of SimplyVirtualSM, a new, innovative model for health care that gives members access to virtual visits with primary care providers (PCPs) and care team support through its existing partner, Doctor On Demand.

Key Points: 
  • HARTFORD, Conn., Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Harvard Pilgrim Health Care today announced the launch of SimplyVirtualSM, a new, innovative model for health care that gives members access to virtual visits with primary care providers (PCPs) and care team support through its existing partner, Doctor On Demand.
  • From February 2020 to April 2020, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care member use of telehealth services increased by 6,148% in Connecticut alone.
  • Preventive health, chronic care management, urgent care and integrated behavioral health are all provided through a seamless, virtual experience for patients.
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care members who are not eligible for SimplyVirtualSMwill continue to have access to Doctor On Demand's urgent care telehealth services via their existing plans.

VillageMD to Open 10 New Primary Care Clinics in Atlanta called Village Medical

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Articles, Health, Health informatics, Assistive technology, Telehealth, Primary care, Healthcare in the United States, Medical home, American Well

Village Medical offers comprehensive primary care across a broad range of physician services, along with 24/7 care through telehealth and virtual care.

Key Points: 
  • Village Medical offers comprehensive primary care across a broad range of physician services, along with 24/7 care through telehealth and virtual care.
  • "Our Village Medical clinics offer the best combination of high-tech and high-touch care with experienced physicians.
  • Additionally, Village Medical patients can take advantage of Village Medical at Home, which provides in-home primary care visits with experienced primary care providers.
  • The Village Medical brand provides primary care for patients at traditional free-standing clinics, Village Medical at Walgreens clinics, at home and via virtual visits.VillageMD and Village Medical have grown to include more than 2,800 physicians across nine markets, are responsible for approximately 600,000 lives and manage $4 billion in total medical spend in value-based contracts.