Equum Medical Joins Forces with National Rural Health Association to Bolster Telehealth in Rural Areas

Exclusive Partnership: The NRHA has designated Equum Medical as its exclusive Health Information Technology Coalition Partner. This partnership is set to revolutionize care for rural Americans, emphasizing the broader and more effective use of electronic records and telehealth services.
History of the HIT Coalition: The "Rural Health Information Technology (HIT) Coalition" was initiated in 2009 under the guidance of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the National Rural Health Resource Center (NRHRC). The coalition, supported by NRHRC and Health Tech Strategies, Inc., comprises a diverse group of advocates and stakeholders. They focus on identifying emerging technologies and policy issues crucial to rural healthcare, offering insights particularly relevant to healthcare delivery through technology.
NRHA's Perspective: Larry Bedell, NRHA's Services Corporation Executive Director, expressed enthusiasm about expanding their relationship with Equum Medical. He highlighted the challenges faced in rural healthcare and emphasized the need for guidance in choosing digital tools and telehealth services that can enhance productivity and address workforce shortages.
Equum's Comprehensive Services: Equum Medical stands out by offering comprehensive virtual care services. Their offerings include specialists in acute care, virtual nursing, remote monitoring technicians for vital signs, and virtual safety sitters to monitor patients at risk.

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