Rural primary care is strained by clinician shortages, limited access, and financial instability, impacting health outcomes and increasing emergency department reliance. National initiatives like the ...
Primary care is crucial for improving health outcomes and lowering overall healthcare costs. According to a 2021 report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, “People in ...
The Connecticut-based health system will be offering an AI-enabled virtual primary care service in partnership with K Health. Beginning in April, Hartford HealthCare will launch a 24/7 AI-enabled ...
Post-pandemic, primary care access declined, with reduced weekend hours and advanced scheduling, while practice capabilities improved, especially for complex patient needs. Ownership shifted from ...
Two out of three employers plan to expand their virtual care offerings beyond urgent care in 2024, with areas like virtual primary care drawing interest, according to a Mercer survey. It’s a sign that ...
Hybrid health options are an underdeveloped, key tool for improving access to primary care in Ontario's remote communities, with a new University of Ottawa study highlighting the positive impact of in ...