Aug 17
2020
How To Prepare For Your Telemedicine Visit
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered service delivery in a big way. Even services such as healthcare that rely heavily on in-person meetings have had to bow to the “new normal,” with practices being forced to embrace telemedicine.
If you are here because you have an upcoming virtual appointment with a healthcare provider, you are in the right place. We have provided six great ways to prepare for a telemedicine visit and make the encounter with your doctor more seamless and productive:
1. Get in touch with your insurer
To avoid being surprised by a hefty healthcare bill, it is worthwhile to get in touch with your insurer to know if you are covered for telemedicine. Many insurance companies have added telemedicine services to their coverage due to the Covid-19 situation, but it is worth the effort of getting confirmation from the horse’s mouth.