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To help people more effectively take advantage of this technology during the evolving COVID-19 situation, here are three tips to consider:
1. Identify available resources:
To find telehealth resources, check with your care provider group,
health benefit plan or employer.
According to a recent Mercer study, nearly 9 out of 10 emplo-
yers offer telehealth visits to their employees, as do many Medi-
care and Medicaid health plans (in some cases by telephone). Meanwhile, 76% of hospitals connect patients and care providers using video or other technology, according to the American Hospital Association.
In some cases, people can currently access telehealth visits
without cost sharing.