Virginia Telehealth Network

Expanding Primary Care with Telehealth and Primary Care Medical Technicians

With many areas of the country confronting physician shortages, particularly in rural America, a growing number of states are dropping the requirement that doctors who received their medical training overseas complete a U.S. residency before they can obtain a full medical license. Virginia is among nine states since 2023 that no longer require a second […]

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Best Practices for Virtual Therapy Sessions

Telehealth has helped connect countless individuals with mental health services. While virtual therapy is convenient and accessible for many patients, providers should consider that some people may be apprehensive due to limited experience with technology, concerns around confidentiality, or the lack of the personal connection that in-person sessions can provide.  For Mental Health Awareness Month, […]

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CARES Act: AMA COVID-19 Pandemic Telehealth Fact Sheet

The AMA continues our work with the Administration to identify issues arising due to COVID-19 and to recommend specific actions to improve Medicare coverage of services and reduce regulatory burdens on physicians during this crisis. Click here to read more.   […]

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