In a study released by Wheel of 400 doctors and nurse practitioners, two-thirds of respondents said virtual or hybrid treatment environments better fit their lifestyles than solely in-person care, reports Fierce Healthcare.
Respondents also suggested they expect telehealth adoption in primary care to continue its upward trend, with 63% stating they believe virtual primary care will bypass in-person care in the next five years.
While telehealth utilization rates across the country have declined from their pandemic peaks, research has shown that a significant percentage of patients want to keep using telehealth services and that virtual care can help avoid unnecessary visits and reduce costs. Read more.
