Telehealth benefits for medicare beneficiaries expanded during COVID-19 outbreak
Medicare-administered by the CMS will temporarily pay clinicians to provide telehealth services for beneficiaries residing across the entire country.
XRHealth launches VR telehealth support groups to help people in isolation due to coronavirus
This allows patients to gain support remotely from other patients and doctors associated with the XRHealth telehealth clinics.
Teladoc’s daily virtual medical visits up 50% due to coronavirus
Also, Blue Shield of California provides Teladoc's virtual care service for free to most of its members in response to COVID-19.
XRHealth launches the first VR telehealth clinic
The clinic is certified in select states and Washington D.C. and is covered by Medicare and most major insurance providers.
Cigna, MDLIVE make behavioral health virtual visits more convenient
Beginning in January 2020, select Cigna customers will be able to schedule appointments online to see behavioral health counselors or psychiatrists.
Ro to launch an innovative weight management service
Launching in partnership with Gelesis, the service will make the Plenity aid available to patients who prefer a remote interaction.
XRHealth unveils a telehealth VR/AR platform that connects doctors and patients
The platform allows doctors to continuously monitor vital data to both measure and determine a plan to achieve optimal health.
Telehealth provider MeMD launches men’s and women’s health solution
The company's national network of board-certified, NCQA-credentialed physicians treat a variety of common concerns, including sexual health issues.
Livongo to offer telehealth services to chronic condition patients
Enabled by MDLIVE and Doctor On Demand, the service will be available to for Livongo Members, beginning with Livongo for Behavioral Health, in January.
Cleveland Clinic, American Well launch a joint venture
Called The Clinic, it will offer online access to expert care across a wide array of specialties without requiring individuals to leave their homes.