Telehealth visits are increasingly being used for high-risk diagnostic tests and referrals, but rates of completion are lower than in-person appointments. Virtual-first strategies in healthcare are being adopted, with telehealth and virtual-first approaches enhancing patient engagement and outcomes. Telehealth visits are often billed at a lower level of service compared to in-person visits, with higher levels of service associated with in-office visits. Telehealth is gaining popularity as it saves healthcare costs and reduces hospital travel time, addressing healthcare accessibility disparities in developing regions.

Telehealth's Impact on Healthcare