Sep.
4, 2019 12:55 PM ET|About: Teladoc Health, Inc. (TDOC)|By: Douglas W. House, SA News Editor
Teladoc
Health (TDOC +4.9%) perks
up average volume on the heels of a published item from
UnitedHealth Group's (UNH -0.6%)
UnitedHealthcare unit extolling the benefits of its Virtual Visits telemedicine
program, used by ~500K members since its launch in 2016.
Most
users thus far have been women who appear to have warmed to the convenience of
online doctor consultations sooner than men. A recent survey of 5,000 consumers
revealed that ~75% would consider using virtual care with a doctor for their
dermatology, oncology, pre- and post-surgical and pregnancy checkups as well as
behavioral health issues.
VP of
Product Innovation Patrick Keran cites two primary hurdles constraining the
growth of telemedicine: ease of use and increased awareness and promotion from
employers.
TDOC will
be joining the UnitedHealthcare network this month as the national Virtual
Visit provider.
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