Virtual Behavioral Health Treatment
Virtual health, often referred to as telehealth, has been used in clinical settings for years. Virtual health is the use of two-way interactive technology to provide health care and facilitate patient-provider interactions. In behavioral health, virtual health may help close treatment gaps by making services more accessible and convenient, especially for those who face barriers, such as location, mobility, or scheduling constraints.
General Benefits of Virtual Health
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For Practices:
• Reaching underserved populations
• Ability to see more patients
• Delivering more preventive care
• Offering more affordable care services
• Strengthening patient relationships
• Decreasing appointment "no-shows" -
For Patients:
• Convenience of not having to travel to an appointment
• Reduces appointment wait times
• Limited risk and exposure to infection
• Saves time and travel expenses
Virtual health options should be considered as an alternative to in-person services for these reasons.
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