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For providers

This content is for health care providers, including doctors, practitioners, and hospital staff.

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Getting started

Get information on evaluating telehealth software vendors and related considerations.

Planning your telehealth workflow

Your workflow for patient encounters will need to adapt to the platform you choose, but here are a few basics to consider.

Increasing telehealth equity and access

How health care providers can improve telehealth equity and access for underserved patients.

Preparing patients for telehealth

Learn how to prepare your patients for telehealth to ensure their comfort and high quality care.

Policy changes during COVID-19

The federal government has taken action to make telehealth services easier to implement and access during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Billing for telehealth during COVID-19

During the COVID-19 public health emergency, reimbursements for telehealth continue to evolve. The federal government, state Medicaid programs, and private insurers have expanded coverage for telehealth.

Legal considerations

Read about the legal considerations for providing telehealth, including information on privacy and security, informed consent, and liability and malpractice.