Thursday, February 5, 2015

According to a recent survey,


6% of patients who have used telemedicine didn't perceive any benefits over in-person visits. The remaining patients cited the following benefits of virtual appointments:

  • 21% - quality of care
  • 21% - don't have to travel
  • 20% - comfort of home
  • 11% - quick access to care
  • 10% - shorter wait time
  • 9% - easy to use
  • 8% - avoid waiting room
  • 4% - cost effective

Source: "Patient Interest in Adopting Telemedicine IndustryView | 2015," Software Advice Press Release, January 27, 2015, http://www.softwareadvice.com/medical/industryview/telemedicine-report-2015/ 
 

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