What is Telehealth?

Telehealth is a broad term that encompasses the use of digital technologies including therapy visits, patient monitoring and  health education on a phone, computer – or on the go. Telepsychiatry and telemedicine, on the other hand, are types of telehealth that cover clinical diagnosis and psychiatric consultation.

Patients meet with a behavioral health provider just as they would in real life, but using a computer video, phone or other online device.

Telehealth services in Arizona can include:

• Individual therapy
• Psychiatry
• Referrals and medication
• Family counseling
• Recovery services

What is telepsychiatry vs teletherapy? 

Through convenient audio or video conferencing, telepsychiatry (also referred to as teletherapy) your doctors and nurses can deliver telepsychiatry to people with mobility issues or transportation hurdles. Teletherapy services can include psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care.

What are the benefits of telehealth?

Telehealth and telemedicine can expand access to services that patients might otherwise not receive due to where they live or a variety of other obstacles. The convenience of a virtual visit or phone call can open doors to patients who might otherwise put off treatment due to distance, responsibilities or other factors.

Telehealth allows you to receive treatment wherever you are by providers from around the country. This opens up options for you, the patient, by allowing you greater access to a diverse list of providers rather than limiting you to those in your immediate area.

Telemedicine in Arizona

HealthLinkNow serves patients in Arizona, offering services such as telemedicine, telepsychiatry, telehealth counseling and more to residents of the state. From Phoenix to Tucson to Mesa and everywhere in between, HLN is here for can help your facility and location needs.