However, significant portions of my district have been unable to fully utilize the potential of telehealth due to barriers for people with limited english proficiency. These vulnerable patients spend significant time and resources overcoming healthcare communication barriers, and These patients have a higher burden of hospital readmission and are at a greater risk of medical misdiagnosis. with telehealth use expecting to spread. This tool can lead to reduced costs for patients and fewer unnecessary emergency room visits. (01:05–01:17)
CLAIM
Asserts that patients with limited English proficiency face higher hospital readmission rates and greater risk of medical misdiagnosis.
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