The Benefits of Telemedicine

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been long-lasting. One outcome has been the need for medical providers to postpone elective procedures and substitute office appointments with video chat. Although these changes were significant adjustments for patients and the medical community, they did much to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

The slowdown of COVID-19 cases and the increase in vaccinations hasn’t eliminated the demand for online video appointments. Even if you no longer fear catching the virus, there are many other reasons why you might prefer an online meeting. Fortunately, Thriving Center of Psychology offers Telehealth.

How Telehealth Works

Telehealth — also called telemedicine — is a medical option that lets you meet with your psychologist or therapist virtually so that you don’t have to spend extra time going to and from the office. TeleHealth is 100% HIPAA-compliant and uses two-way, high-definition video. TeleHealth allows clients and their practitioners to talk in real time as if they were in the same room.

Telemedicine first emerged as a way for individuals in rural and remote areas to access medical care. Today, 76% of hospitals use Telehealth technology to deliver vital healthcare. In addition, US employers stand to save up to $6 billion annually if they make telemedicine available to their workers.

With Telehealth, you can:

• Provide your medical history, ID card, insurance, medication list, allergies, and other information in advance
• Explain your symptoms through chat or photo sharing
• Have the office send your prescriptions to your pharmacy electronically
• Pay for your virtual visit using our secure online system

The Benefits of Telemedicine

Most routine healthcare visits include wait times of 18 minutes or more. This extra time can be even more inconvenient to individuals who live in rural areas and travel long distances to get to their appointment. Telehealth removes that hassle.

With a virtual TeleHealth session, you can expect to:

• Save time that you can devote to other responsibilities
• Receive health care more quickly
• Avoid catching or spreading a contagious illness
• Miss fewer work hours
• Cut the time or expense you’d otherwise need to make an office visit

Clients at any age, including children and individuals with compromised health, can benefit from TeleHealth. It is the solution to many problems and hassles that often come with medical appointments. You no longer have to leave home and risk your health or safety just to get needed medical attention.

What to Expect During a Telehealth Appointment

Telemedicine technology is convenient and easy to use. All it takes are some simple steps:

• 1. Download our app to your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
• 2. Schedule an appointment through the Telehealth portal.
• 3. Complete the online registration forms attached to the calendar invite we send.
• 4. When you’re ready to begin your appointment, just click on the link in your calendar invite to open the video chat.

You can also upload photos if they can help us diagnose your condition.

Call the offices or go online today to schedule a TeleHealth appointment with Thriving Center of Psychology. You can talk to a team member if you just want to learn more about telemedicine.