Effects of the SARS-CoV-2 global pandemic on US rheumatology outpatient care delivery and use of telemedicine: an analysis of data from the RISE registry

Article Rheumatology

Tele-rheumatology for overcoming socioeconomic barriers to healthcare in resource constrained settings: lessons from COVID-19 pandemic

Chengappa Kavadichanda et al.

Summary: Acceptability of tele-rheumatology is high among socioeconomically marginalized patients with RMDs. Patients from poorer strata and lower educational backgrounds are more likely to discontinue medications during crises. Switching to a telemedicine-based hybrid model can improve drug adherence and result in substantial cost savings.

RHEUMATOLOGY (2021)

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Article Rheumatology

Telemedicine for patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic; a positive experience in the Netherlands

Wouter H. Bos et al.

Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, rheumatologists in the Netherlands ensured continuity of care for patients with RMDs through telephone and video consultations, with most outpatient visits conducted exclusively via telephone. The use of patient reported outcomes to guide consultations was also common among respondents.

RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL (2021)

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Letter Medicine, General & Internal

Trends in Outpatient Care Delivery and Telemedicine During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the US

Sadiq Y. Patel et al.

Summary: This cohort study investigates the trends of telemedicine and in-person outpatient visits in 2020 among a national sample of 16.7 million individuals with commercial or Medicare Advantage insurance.

JAMA INTERNAL MEDICINE (2021)

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Review Rheumatology

Managing patients using telerheumatology: Lessons from a pandemic

James Bateman et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the widespread adoption of telerheumatology technology in rheumatology practice, despite existing evidence supporting its application in the field. Innovative approaches using remote technology to assist in the care of rheumatology patients have been introduced, but challenges such as regulatory issues and limitations still exist during the implementation process.

BEST PRACTICE & RESEARCH IN CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY (2021)

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Article Health Care Sciences & Services

Acceptance of Telerheumatology by Rheumatologists and General Practitioners in Germany: Nationwide Cross-sectional Survey Study

Felix Muehlensiepen et al.

Summary: The survey results indicate that German rheumatologists and general practitioners have high acceptance but low actual usage of telerheumatology care. Barriers include technology equipment purchase, administration, and poor reimbursement. Physicians prefer communication with other physicians, see the potential of telemedicine in follow-up phases, and believe that training courses are needed to improve knowledge.

JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH (2021)

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Article Geriatrics & Gerontology

Trends in telehealth and in-person transitional care management visits during the COVID-19 pandemic

Timothy S. Anderson et al.

Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant shift towards telehealth delivery of transitional care management (TCM) visits, which provides a convenient method especially for older adults. Additionally, telehealth visits accounted for a higher proportion in TCM visits related to COVID-19.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY (2021)

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Letter Medicine, General & Internal

Diabetes Care and Glycemic Control During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the United States

Sadiq Y. Patel et al.

JAMA INTERNAL MEDICINE (2021)

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Article Rheumatology

Digital rheumatology in the era of COVID-19: results of a national patient and physician survey

Anna Kernder et al.

Summary: The majority of surveyed rheumatic patients and rheumatologists believed that digital health applications are useful in managing rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, and the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a positive change in their attitude and increased usage of DHAs, promoting the implementation of virtual follow-up visits.

RMD OPEN (2021)

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