When compared to ten other developed nations, the United States has the highest maternal death rate. Yet, according to a recent maternal mortality review committee report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 84% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. This maternal health crisis has been shaped, in part, by socioeconomic inequities and inconsistent insurance coverage policies, which limit healthcare access by underserved populations. So what tools are available now to help reduce preventable harm among childbearing women? Clinical evidence suggests that telehealth could be one solution.
Evan LeGault Director, Clinical Evidence Assessment
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Increased Payer Support for Telemedicine May Improve Maternal Health Outcomes and Lower Costs
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Evan LeGault Director, Clinical Evidence Assessment on Apr 25, 2023
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