Trailblazer in Telehealth Industry Launches User-Friendly 'Access a Doctor' Service Nationwide

MCKINNEY, Texas, Sept. 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Breaking new ground in virtual health and wellness services, digital healthcare technology company MyTelemedicine announces its robust, consumer-driven healthcare solution, Access a Doctor. The online suite of products is tailor-made for businesses seeking to enhance their current employee healthcare package or as a stand-alone benefit for companies that do not offer traditional health insurance.

As employer's struggle to rein in escalating healthcare expenses, Access a Doctor offers a cost-effective, user-friendly solution to connect employees with healthcare providers from their home or workplace, or even while traveling. Users enjoy quick and easy access via phone, email or video conference to U.S. licensed doctors, specialists, counselors and healthcare advocates for non-emergency issues, 24-hours a day in real time. Moreover, Access a Doctor offers these services in a la carte modules, so groups can design the plan that best serves their members.

"Meeting the rising healthcare needs of millions of families and individuals drives us to provide superior solutions in the health and wellness marketplace," says Rey Colon, president and CEO of MyTelemedicine. "Small, mid-size, and even large companies are now able to customize the best plan for their needs, reducing their own costs while taking the healthcare burden off their employees and providing peace of mind for all involved."

Access a Doctor includes five core services:

• 24/7/365 Doctor Access – by phone or video. Licensed U.S. doctors are available to provide advice and recommendations, and diagnose common illnesses that may result in a prescription call to the pharmacy of the customer's choice.
• Consult a Specialist – Members can ask medical questions to an expert team of board-certified physicians, psychologists, pharmacists, dentists, dietitians, and much more.
• Speak with a Counselor – Connecting by phone with a professional counselor can help individuals manage personal challenges and take the first step toward getting support.
• Healthcare Advocacy – A trained team of advocates provide concierge service to help users navigate the complicated healthcare system, from finding a qualified medical provider to answering billing questions and more.
• Prescription Savings – Members have access to pharmacies across the nation for discounts up to 85% on their medications.

More than 45% of private sector businesses in the United States offer healthcare coverage to their employees and are looking for innovative solutions to manage rising medical expenses. According to a report by PwC Health Research Institute, the medical cost trend is expected to grow 6% for 2017—more than three times the current rate of inflation, and twice the anticipated average annual wage increase for the calendar year. At the same time, workers often are forced to choose between scheduling time-consuming doctor visits during work, or visiting an urgent care or emergency center for non-emergency issues after hours. The suite of services provided through Access a Doctor can help solve this dilemma and help companies reduce absenteeism and increase productivity, while also curbing skyrocketing medical costs.

"I'm thrilled that now employers can choose which modules work for their business and design a plan that fits their budget and helps them protect their most valuable asset—their people," says Colon. He adds that hospitals and other healthcare providers also can license the proprietary telehealth software that powers the Access a Doctor service.

Further leveraging its secure technology platform, MyTelemedicine earlier this month rolled out the newest iteration of its mobile app, which includes the full suite of Access a Doctor features. Accessible via smartphone and other mobile devices, this latest tool makes it even easier for users to connect with knowledgeable healthcare providers and receive quick, expert guidance and medical treatment.

About MyTelemedicine 
Cloud-based telemedicine service provider MyTelemedicine is headquartered in McKinney, Texas. MyTelemedicine has developed a proprietary, secure and HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform that enables healthcare providers to consult with patients remotely. Physicians can perform on-demand consultations with members nationwide via telephone and video technology. Patients can seek advice, recommendations and a diagnosis, which may include a prescription for common acute illnesses. The goal is to make quality and cost-effective care accessible to all. To learn more about MyTelemedicine, visit www.mytelemedicine.com.

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