Across America, Many Who Need a Neurologist Live Too Far From Care

Summarizes recent research findings on Medicare patients' access to a neurologist. Rural residents were more likely to travel long distances than urban residents. Additionally the study found that those making long trips were traveling for an average of 81 miles and 90 minutes. Those with closer neurologists traveled for 13 miles and 22 minutes. Discusses the impact on follow-up care, patient choice in physician selection, and includes recommendations for considering the impact of telehealth.
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - Category: Rural Health Source Type: news