Tag: telehealth

FAIR Health Reports September 2025 Telehealth Utilization Trends

FAIR Health's September 2025 report reveals U.S. telehealth trends, highlighting diagnostic shifts, regional disparities, and age-related utilization in the commercially insured population.

September 2025 Telehealth Usage Sees Regional Variations and Diagnostic Shifts

September 2025 data from FAIR Health reveals telehealth usage dipped nationally except in the Northeast, with sleep disorders reemerging among top diagnostics and mental health remaining dominant. Urban areas lead in telehealth adoption versus rural regions.

Congress Extends Medicare Telehealth Flexibilities Post-Government Shutdown

The 2025 appropriations act retroactively extends Medicare telehealth flexibilities through January 2026, ensuring provider reimbursement and clear CMS guidance after the federal government shutdown.

Telehealth Use Nearly Tripled Since Pre-Pandemic, Varies Widely by Specialty

Telehealth use among U.S. physicians has nearly tripled since pre-COVID-19, with psychiatrists leading utilization. AMA data highlights regulatory and specialty-specific trends affecting telehealth adoption.

Rural Health Transformation Program Spurs Innovation Amid Funding Cuts and Transparency Concerns

The Rural Health Transformation Program allocates $50B to states for innovative rural healthcare initiatives amid Medicaid cuts and transparency issues. Learn key state proposals and regulatory context.

U.S. Health Insurance and Policy Updates: ACA Subsidies, Medicare Reforms, and Healthcare Innovations

Comprehensive update on U.S. health insurance market dynamics including ACA subsidy uncertainty, Medicare specialty payment reforms, SNAP funding challenges, healthcare industry consolidations, pharmaceutical litigation, and emerging clinical innovations affecting insurance professionals.

Medicare Telehealth Waivers Expire in 2025: Providers Must Prepare Now

Medicare telehealth waivers enabling expanded coverage during COVID-19 expire in 2025. Providers must prepare for significant Medicare and regulatory changes affecting telehealth reimbursement and compliance.

CMS Proposes 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Changes for Telehealth

The CMS 2026 proposed physician fee schedule includes updates to Medicare telehealth reimbursement, frequency limits, and supervision rules, aiming to codify pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities.

Key Health Benefits Policy Updates for Employer Plans in 2025

Explore 2025 legislative changes impacting employer-sponsored health plans, including telehealth coverage, gender-affirming care, PBM regulations, and HSA rules. Key insights for plan sponsors and insurers.

$50B Rural Health Transformation Program Faces Implementation and Funding Challenges

The $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program aims to strengthen rural health care but faces challenges in implementation and funding amid federal Medicaid cuts, impacting states, providers, and rural communities.