Compassion Fatigue Article Summary: 2020 has been exceptionally hard on healthcare professionals. With so much going on, it’s only understandable that many are battling compassion fatigue. Given the nature of the job, healthcare professionals can’t afford to deal with compassion fatigue, especially in a time where their services are as important as ever. Understanding what causes compassion fatigue and how
CMC Telehealth Rule Changes Following CoVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way the world works and has been a massive strain on all of our lives. While it’s nearly impossible to try and find a silver lining, there are some positives that have come out of the pandemic. One of those positives was the changes made to The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
3 Advantages of Telemedicine in Critical Access Hospitals
Even before the pandemic began, telemedicine and teledocs were rising in popularity. Now that we are living in a post-COVID world, the need for telemedicine, especially in hospitals, is even greater. It’s more important than ever that we provide the medical attention patients need. “At Horizon Virtual, we have always helped critical access hospitals and medical facilities with our telehospitalist services. Our remote
Traditional Telemedicine vs Horizon Virtual Telehealth Services
Telemedicine is helping to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare providers. However, did you know that there are several different types of telemedicine? Here are some of the key differences between traditional telemedicine and Horizon Virtual Telehealth services. What is Traditional Telemedicine? Traditional telemedicine services are designed so patients can communicate with their doctor from the comfort of their
Why Telemedicine is the Future of Hospitalists
Telemedicine is booming in popularity in critical access hospitals and appears to be the future of the industry. Many hospitals are shifting their models to include hospitalists and telemedicine because it increases the quality and efficiency of patient care. That is why Horizon Virtual is here to partner with hospitals with our telehospitalist platform to help them take care of