The use of telemedicine software and telehealth technologies has increased dramatically over the last couple years. Worldwide revenue for telehealth devices and services is expected to reach $4.5 billion in 2018, up from $440.6 million in 2013. It’s estimated that the number of patients using telehealth services will grow to 7 million in 2018, up from 350,000 in 2013. Overall, 64% of Americans would be willing to have a video visit with a doctor. As in many other industries the laws and policies on the books will need to continue to evolve in order for society to obtain the most …
Month: November 2015
Why Companies Need Human Resource Benefits Administration Tools
As the average cost of living continues to rise, there has been an increase in focus on employee benefits solutions that allow for reasonable amenities. In order to keep up with high costs of living, new regulations and programs are being developed and implemented all the time. However, keeping track of all the information that offering these benefits entails can be a lot of for anyone to manage. Many employees currently put a lot of weight on the perks offered by employers. When looking for a new position or debating whether or not to stay at a current job, benefits …
Need Medical Help Fast? Go to an Urgent Care Medical Clinic Near You, Now!
You?ve got a great doctor, but there are times when you just can?t reach your them and that?s when a first help urgent care clinic is there to aid you with top doctors for medical help. A Bit About Urgent Care According to the Urgent Care Association of America, an estimated 3 million patients visit a first help urgent care clinic weekly. There are currently 20,000 physicians practicing Urgent Medical Care in the U.S. and most urgent care clinics (85%) are open seven days a week and more than 66% of them open before to 9:00 am on weekdays. In …
3 Surprising Things That Trigger Acne
Just when you think you’ve found an effective skincare routine, a new type of breakout appears. Or perhaps you have persistent acne that recurs in the same location. Here are a few typical acne in cheeks causes: If you have seen an increase in bad acne around mouth and chin areas, the jawline, or the cheeks after applying a cotton face mask, you are not seeing things. It turns out that the perspiration, oil, germs, and humidity that are trapped behind your facial covering might be the ideal breeding environment for acne. To further confuse matters, sometimes the “acne” you’re …
Five Reasons to Choose an Urgent Care Center
In just the United States, there are about 6,800 urgent care centers, so when you are trying to decide if to go to one as well as which one, the job can be quite daunting! I’m here to tell you a few things that will help you in your decision. You may be wondering if going to an urgent care is even important or if you should just wait to see your regular primary care doctor because you do not know the difference between an emergency room and an urgent care center. Well, after reading this you may just choose …
Looking to Boost Your Practice and Give Your Patients Added Value?
Running a private practice, no matter how successful, is a lot of work and can be quite costly. Are you looking for an additional revenue stream for your office or practice? Private label skin care is just the answer. Not only can you offer your patients the best skin care line and natural skin products available, you?ll see increased patient returns when patients want more of your professional skin care line. America wants to stay looking young. And hey, who doesn?t want to look younger, healthier, brighter? And there?s some basic things your patients can do to protect their skin. …
How Has Telemedicine Impacted Your Life?
The benefits of living away from the traffic, noise and pollution of big cities are great. A slower lifestyle can lead to improved health and a more relaxed state of mind. When it comes to receiving medical services when you live more than 60 miles from a metropolitan area, however, the distance can be overwhelming. If, for instance, you need to have weekly checks of a pacemaker or of your blood pressure, the trips back and forth to appointments can cut into your relaxation and your time. It is for these situations that telehealth services care can provide some of …
