Aug. 7, 2026

Closing the Rural Telehealth Gap in Chronic Care with Sarah Adkins

Closing the Rural Telehealth Gap in Chronic Care with Sarah Adkins
Closing the Rural Telehealth Gap in Chronic Care with Sarah Adkins
Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast
Closing the Rural Telehealth Gap in Chronic Care with Sarah Adkins

In this episode, Sarah Adkins, director of public policy with the Elevance Health Public Policy Institute, discusses research showing lower telehealth utilization among rural populations and the barriers driving the gap. She shares strategies for payers and healthcare leaders to expand digital infrastructure, tailor telehealth programs and improve access for underserved members.