The Impact Of Healthcare Information Technology In The Healthcare System
telehealth organization. ATA defines telemedicine as, "the delivery of medical care with telecommunications technology, to improve the quality, equity and affordability of healthcare" ("About ATA-ATA Main," 2016). ATA was established in 1993, and is based in Washington, DC. ATA promotes telemedicine by providing, educational opportunities, networking, resources, and research to over 10,000 members. ATA develops policies and standards for telemedicine (About ATA, 2016). Telemedicine was originally designed to treat people that didn 't have access to health care, or health care providers. Today, due to advancements in technology, telemedicine is used around the world. Hospitals, clinics, and health care providers use telemedicine as a means of providing routine health care. Patients are able to access medical care 24/7, from the convenience of their homes. Physicians use telemedicine to consult with other healthcare