The stigma of mental health treatment runs deep. Employers should be leading the charge in breaking it, as it keeps employees from being their best, both at home and at work. As it has long been proven, simply offering mental health benefits isn’t enough…
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South Carolina Expands Telehealth Laws to Include Physician Assistants, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
As telehealth continues to grow in popularity, state governments are taking notice. South Carolina is one of many states that has expanded state telehealth laws over the past three years, allowing doctor-patient relationships to be established virtually…
Read more >Meet MeMD: Madeline Patalano
This Mental Health Awareness week we’re highlighting one of our licensed professional counselors, Madeline Patalano. Read on to hear more about how she became involved in telehealth, the topics she is most passionate about, and some common signs of depression to look out for…
Read more >Straight from the Frontlines, MeMD Breaks Down Impact of Healthcare Technologies with In Business
MeMD President and CFO Glenn Dean discusses how technology has affected the spectrum of care delivery in October’s issue of In Business. Noting that technology like telehealth has helped medical professionals better detect, diagnose and treat disease, while improving access to care.
Read more >Meet MeMD: Mitesh Patel
Dr. Mitesh Patel is one of MeMD’s board-certified medical providers and has been working in telemedicine for over 5 years! Learn how telemedicine has impacted his perspective as a provider and read his advice for parents this back-to-school season.
Read more >Telehealth and Self-Insurance: A Match Made in Heaven
With the ongoing rise in health insurance costs – not to mention the uncertainty about America’s healthcare industry – many companies are shifting to self-insurance. A self-funded health plan can save considerable money each year, especially for businesses that provide access to cost-effective options like telehealth.
Read more >MeMD Explains Teletherapy’s Impact on the Bottom Line with In Business
In Business magazine called on Glenn Dean, MeMD President and CFO, to share his expertise about the business benefits of teletherapy and the recent national focus on mental health…
Read more >Meet MeMD: Minerva Viton
Minerva Viton is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience providing counseling services to children, adults, couples, and families. Learn why she became a LCSW, the importance of Minority Mental Health Awareness month, and some tips to promote positive mental wellbeing…
Read more >Escaping the Sea of Sameness: How to Identify Teletherapy Options That Really Work
While more businesses are realizing the value of teletherapy, they are unsure how to differentiate among the many offerings that seem the same on the surface. Thinking outside the cost implications, there are three main areas to consider when evaluating benefits partners that provide teletherapy services…
Read more >Symptom vs. Cause: The Importance of Root Cause Analysis in Behavioral Health
Americans are self-medicating or depending heavily on prescribed drugs in order to feel better. But treating the symptoms instead of dealing with underlying mental and emotional issues is making matters worse…
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