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Office for the Advancement of Telehealth
Announcements
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Office for the Advancement of Telehealth Hosts Grantee Meeting
Last week, HRSA’s Office for the Advancement of Telehealth held its annual grantee meeting that brought together telehealth grant recipients, federal partners, and HRSA staff to advance telehealth through partnership. Administrator Engels opened the meeting by highlighting the important role that telehealth plays in expanding access to care.
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Comments Requested: Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Policy Changes
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule for Calendar Year 2027 which includes proposed updates to telehealth and remote monitoring policies. Comments are due by September 14.
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Patient Resource: Using Remote Patient Monitoring at Home
Remote patient monitoring tools, including wearables, can help patients take a more active role in managing their health from home. These tools can track information such as blood pressure, blood sugar, heart rate, and other health data that patients can share with their care team to help them stay on track of their health goals.
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Telehealth for Emergency Preparedness Best Practice Guide
Telehealth is an important tool for providing medical care during an emergency. Use this best practice guide to learn how providers can integrate telehealth into emergency preparedness plans.
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Patient Resource: Using Telehealth During Emergencies
Telehealth can help patients stay connected to care when severe weather, natural disasters, or other disruptions make in-person visits difficult. Planning ahead can help patients and families know how to access health care when they need it.
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