How the Pandemic Revolutionized Telehealth’s Mainstream Acceptance

While telemedicine became a necessity during the pandemic, it’s clear that it’s a trend that is here to stay. 

During the COVID crisis, people of all ages were forced to turn to technology for everyday necessities like school, work, grocery shopping, and doctor visits. This shift forced people who perhaps hadn’t used platforms like Zoom or Google Meet to become proficient and comfortable in a virtual meeting environment. This adaptation of technology by all generations certainly paved the way for telemedicine to stay.

The willingness of payers such as Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers to expand coverage for telehealth services during the pandemic has also fueled increased popularity.