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July 23, 2023 | 7:27 AM

‘Hi, Doc!’ DM’ing the doctor could cost you (or your insurance plan)

Some patients are getting billed by hospitals or health systems for some responses to their message queries.

By Yuki Noguchi/NPR

October 13, 2022 | 5:14 AM

Abortion providers focus on expanding telehealth, medication access as they await outcome of Pennsylvania’s governor’s race

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down Roe v. Wade, Pennsylvania abortion providers are retooling their services to offer medication abortions and telehealth.

By Kate Huangpu/Spotlight PA

February 7, 2022 | 5:15 AM

Study shows rise in telemedicine during the pandemic eliminated a historic racial health gap

With the onset of the pandemic in March 2020, telemedicine offered the majority of care being delivered, particularly during the mandated shutdowns happening.

By Sojourner Ahébée/WHYY

December 13, 2021 | 5:33 AM

Lack of telehealth law in Pennsylvania a major headache for patients who need it most

The state is one of only seven that do not require reimbursement for virtual visits, meaning patients must deal with uneven insurance coverage and some medical providers who don’t want to bother.

By Danielle Ohl/Spotlight PA

July 13, 2020 | 11:26 AM

A day in the life of a mental health professional during the COVID-19 pandemic

“I think we are going to see more mental health issues arise because of this whole coronavirus pandemic.”

By Keira McGuire/WITF

January 3, 2020 | 8:42 AM

Laundry, WiFi, and a doctor on call? Philly landlord experiments with telehealth

Landlords around the country are trying to accommodate their residents’ needs. In Philadelphia, one property developer is testing out telehealth.

By Alison Burdo/WHYY

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