Telemedicine legislation headed to New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie’s desk would, among other things, enable physicians to use telehealth technology to establish a doctor-patient relationship, ensure the same standards of care as an in-person visit, and ensure coverage and payment…
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Gov. Christie Expected to Sign Legislation Opening Door to Quality Telehealth Services
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Posted in Healthcare Legislation
Before You Take Anti-Depressants, You Should…
According to the World Health Organization, depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. For decades, drugs like Celexa, Paxil and Prozac have been the go-to treatment. Evidence shows that up to half of the people taking antidepressants don’t benefit much…
5 Ways To Renegotiate Medical Bills
Insurance Companies Do It, You Can Too Twenty percent of working-age adults with insurance say they’re struggling with medical bills. Whether it’s because of a high deductible, an out-of-network charge or an uncovered procedure, you can take steps to bring down the…
Brain Pacemaker Holds Great Promise
Researchers Now Know Timing Is Everything After decades of study, researchers have refined the process for using electrodes implanted in the brain to stimulate memory. This pacemaker for the brain holds tremendous promise for dementia patients, people with head injuries or…
Why Telehealth Services Are Underused
Doctors Slow To Embrace Telehealth Tech According to a U.S. Government Office of Accountability report, only a tiny percentage of doctors are using telehealth and remote patient monitoring. The biggest reason sited is lack of Medicare reimbursement and cumbersome point of origin…