Patient Access

A postponed launch and technical hurdles have hampered the testing phase of digital prescriptions in Germany, and the country now enters a prolonged piloting phase at the start of 2022.

According to a study published in JMIR, providers are generally positive about remote therapy and tele-rehabilitation, but they need more training and support to overcome obstacles like technology hurdles and practical concerns.

Researchers did not find a significant reduction in the rate of hospitalizations between participants in the standard care group and those in the digital intervention group. 

As another pandemic year ends, leaders in the digital health space reflect on what the industry has learned in 2021.

More payers launched virtual-first plans, insurtechs went public, and the digital mental health space brought in plenty of funding dollars this year.

Deep Dive: Many adults with a mental illness won’t be able to access care, even though they report anxiety and depression in greater numbers. Telehealth and digital tools can bridge the gap.

After pioneering in stroke assessment, the investment will be directed to new therapeutic areas for lung fibrosis and cancer.

Digital health leaders and execs discuss whether funding will continue at the same rapid pace next year.

Robert Murphy, VP of Marketing for Revation Systems, wants to provide a secure “digital office” experience for patients and providers via telehealth.

The new rules aim to improve access to innovative technologies.