Telemedicine service providers
Telemedicine Service Providers
Telemedicine service providers (pronunciation: /ˈtɛlɪˌmɛdɪsɪn ˈsɜːrvɪs prəˈvaɪdərz/) are healthcare professionals or organizations that offer medical services remotely via telecommunication technologies.
Etymology
The term "telemedicine" is derived from the Greek word "tele" meaning "far", and the Latin word "mederi" meaning "to heal". The term "service provider" is a common English phrase used to denote an entity that provides a specific service.
Definition
Telemedicine service providers offer a range of healthcare services, including consultations, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-ups, through digital platforms. These services are typically provided through video conferencing, phone calls, or text messaging.
Types of Telemedicine Service Providers
There are several types of telemedicine service providers, including:
- Telehealth Companies: These companies provide a platform for patients to connect with healthcare professionals remotely.
- Healthcare Providers: These include hospitals, clinics, and individual healthcare professionals who offer telemedicine services.
- Health Insurance Companies: Some health insurance companies offer telemedicine services as part of their coverage.
- Pharmacies: Some pharmacies offer telemedicine services, such as virtual consultations with pharmacists.
Related Terms
- Telehealth: The broader field of remote healthcare services, which includes telemedicine.
- Telecare: A subset of telehealth that involves the remote monitoring of patients' health and well-being.
- E-Health: The use of information and communication technologies (ICT) for health.
- M-Health: The practice of medicine and public health supported by mobile devices.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Telemedicine service providers
- Wikipedia's article - Telemedicine service providers
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