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NYC Health + Hospitals keeps patients out of ER with virtual urgent care

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Once the COVID-19 pandemic struck, the health system needed to be able to treat the surge of patients with urgent care needs virtually so they could keep them safely at home and away from the overwhelmed emergency care system. NYC H+H patients would then be scheduled for same- or next-day clinic-based infusion therapy."

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At Baptist Health, Epic-linked asynchronous telehealth boosts provider and patient experience

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Early last year, Baptist Health, a health system based in Louisville, Kentucky, was taking note of the lessons staff had learned and the data gathered through the first year of the pandemic to reassess the organization's overall virtual care strategy and current digital health tools. THE PROBLEM. Baptist makes modifications, if necessary.

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Memorial Healthcare finds success with switch to Epic-based telehealth vendor

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A South Florida-based academic medical center, Memorial operates six hospitals, including the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital; numerous primary, urgent and 24/7 care facilities; a health specialty center; and a nursing home. "Ensure the technology integrates seamlessly with your existing systems.

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Memora Health & Virtua Health Partner to Streamline Patient Experience

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What You Should Know: – Memora Health , an intelligent platform for virtual care delivery and complex care management partners with Virtua Health , the largest health system in South Jersey, to streamline care delivery and improve the patient experience.

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Prisma Health saves $4M, and counting, with patient engagement tech

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Prisma Health, the largest nonprofit healthcare provider in South Carolina, says that by integrating digital patient communications, it's decreased no-shows to the tune of $4 million in savings within the first two years. "As a result - we’re seeing more and more patients show up for their appointments."

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MedStar Health Launches Patient Experience Platform Powered by b.well

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– Using a smartphone, tablet, or any device connected to the internet, patients using the platform through a convenient app or website can schedule appointments with primary care, urgent care, or telehealth providers 24/7. .

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How virtual primary care can amplify value for providers and patients

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You contend virtual primary care can amplify value in several ways. First you suggest it can provide high-touch care coordination for preventive care, chronic condition management and mental health services. You further say virtual primary care can improve access to care and improve the patient experience.