With Telehealth Coverage on the Brink, Study Shows It Hasn’t Driven up Total Visits

As Congress considers whether to extend Medicare telehealth coverage, a new University of Michigan study analyzes care patterns using data from more than 60 million beneficiaries. The research examines how the growth of virtual care has intersected with the overall use of medical services across specialties. The study adds timely, real-world context to a policy debate that could shape how millions of older Americans receive care.