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Unifying telemedicine efforts can help health systems succeed with virtual care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

He holds a master's degree in communications and leadership theory from Gonzaga University and has extensive experience in health system IT and clinical and business operations, as well as in the public health and environmental health sectors. We spoke with Scott to get a sneak preview of this timely HIMSS25 session.

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DEA and HHS extend virtual prescribing for controlled substances through 2025

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Drug Enforcement Agency and Health and Human Services announced the Third Temporary Extension of COVID-19 Telemedicine Flexibilities for Prescription of Controlled Medications, preventing some patients from losing access to their telehealth-prescribed medications.

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News from the Consumer Technology Association and Withings Further Demonstrates Private Sector’s Role in the Pandemic and Public Health

Health Populi

This week, announcements from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and Withings further bolster the case for the private sector bolstering public health in this pandemic…and future ones to come beyond the Age of the Coronavirus. On 27th July, CTA announced the Association’s launch of the Public Health Tech Initiative.

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DEA role must be clearly defined in controlled substance Rx via telemedicine, expert cautions

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Drug Enforcement Administration has proposed draft guidance to establish a framework for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine. Telemedicine prescribing registration allows qualified practitioners to prescribe Schedule III-V controlled substances via telemedicine.

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DEA plans to create a special telehealth registration for prescribers

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

To prevent patients from losing access to their telehealth-prescribed medications, the DEA is offering three types of special registration: Telemedicine Prescribing Registration - authorizes qualified clinician practitioners to prescribe Schedule III-V controlled substances.

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House extends virtual care flexibilities beyond public health emergency

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Senate, several COVID-19-era telehealth policies will remain in place for about five months after the public health emergency ends. In-person requirements for mental health , with providers not mandated to see their patients in person before conducting a mental telehealth visit. WHY IT MATTERS. The mammoth $1.5 Audio-only care.

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HHS watchdog reiterates importance of preventing telemedicine fraud

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Grimm wrote in a statement on Friday that the quick pivot to telemedicine amidst the COVID-19 pandemic makes oversight, transparency, accountability and program integrity all the more important. "OIG is conducting significant oversight work assessing telehealth services during the public health emergency. ON THE RECORD.