Telehealth and Dental Sleep Medicine-Telehealth and Dental Sleep Medicine

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Video Summary

In this video, the concept of telemedicine, also known as telehealth medicine, is discussed. It is the use of information technology to provide clinical healthcare remotely. The video covers the expansion of telehealth services in recent years and the benefits it offers, such as reducing health disparities and costs for patients. The various platforms and equipment used in telemedicine are also mentioned. The difference between telehealth and telemedicine is explained, with telehealth encompassing a broader range of services. The potential environmental and healthcare improvements of telemedicine are highlighted. The video concludes with tips on getting started with telehealth visits, choosing secure platforms, staff roles, scheduling appointments, and coding and billing considerations. The credits for this video are not mentioned.

Keywords

telemedicine

telehealth medicine

information technology

health disparities

cost reduction