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New report identifies benefits and concerns regarding telehealth, provides recommendations for improving perceptions DENVER , Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Office of eHealth Innovation (OeHI), located within the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, in partnership with Connected Nation (CN), just released a new telehealth report titled "Remote access, remote impacts: Assessing telehealth attitudes and usage in northwest Colorado ." "Telehealth is an important tool in the toolbox when it comes to ensuring Coloradans have access to the reliable, quality care they need to be well," said Colorado Lieutenant Governor and Director of the Office of Saving People Money on Health Care, Dianne Primavera .

"As we continue our work to strengthen health care in our state, we are prioritizing understanding the specific needs of our rural communities. Through expanding access to integrative medical care through platforms such as telehealth, we can make sure rural Coloradans have the same opportunities to thrive." OeHI conducted a survey of 800 adults in rural Colorado households in the northwest part of the state—uncovering challenges these households face.



The areas surveyed are Delta , Garfield , Mesa , Moffat , Montrose , Rio Blanco , and Routt counties. "The surveys not only examined how rural Coloradans are using telehealth services but also looked at the barriers that prevent some households from using those services," said Chris McGovern , Director, Research Development, CN. "The .

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