Concentra Launches Telehealth Behavioral Health Service

Concentra Inc. has launched a behavioral health service through its Telemed platform to address mental health issues stemming from workplace injuries, providing access to trained professionals for conditions like PTSD. Concurrently, a study revealed a significant rise in telehealth utilization among dementia patients post-COVID, highlighting a shift from in-person to virtual care amid accessibility challenges. Legislative changes are also promoting telehealth expansion across states, with Michigan, Oklahoma, and Oregon enacting new regulations to facilitate remote healthcare services. However, the behavioral health sector continues to face challenges, including provider shortages and long wait times, exacerbated by increased demand. Experts suggest that integrating AI into healthcare could enhance resource allocation and match patients with appropriate clinicians more effectively. The ongoing transformation in telehealth reflects a broader trend toward adapting healthcare delivery to meet evolving patient needs.