Under the recently passed CARES Act, the FCC has received an appropriation of $200 million earmarked to help healthcare providers. This is specifically targeted for technology and connectivity they need to properly deliver telehealth services to their patient populations. These funds will supplement existing and upcoming programs from the FCC to support the management of costs associated with providing communication services from healthcare providers as outlined in this downloadable PDF.
Navigating new technology is always a challenge, but especially treacherous when also dealing with an unprecedented industry impact. If your organization needs support with technology evaluation and understanding long-term HIPAA and cybersecurity implications, contact a member of the Elliott Davis team or fill out the form below.
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