Rural Individuals Telehealth Practices: An Overview - USDA ERS These benefits may be greater in rural areas, where remoteness and provider shortages may complicate access to health care for rural residents Despite the potential benefits telehealth holds for rural commu-nities, little is known about telehealth’s use and the factors that may affect that use from the consumer’s perspective
Impacts of telehealth on rural health care access This innovative approach to health care delivery is instrumental in enhancing the quality of rural health care and addressing challenges faced by rural residents, such as limited access to specialty care and transportation difficulties
Telehealth In Rural Areas | 2025 Comprehensive Guide - SelectHub With the advancements in telecommunications equipment, telehealth will continue to expand its horizons to rural areas with limited medical exposure Telehealth uses digital patient information and communication devices to deliver care and manage health
OCHIN research highlights telehealth’s impact on rural communities . . . Telehealth has been recognized as a critical tool for improving health care access in rural areas, where people often face barriers to care New findings from an OCHIN-led research project highlight telehealth’s role in expanding access in these areas