Dr. Mia Finkelston sees the same kinds of cases as most family doctors — people with seasonal allergies; parents who worry whether their children’s sniffles should keep them out of school the next day; and the usual assortment of rashes, viruses and other ailments.
The difference between Finkelston and most other family physicians is that a large portion of her patients never set foot in her office.
Instead, the Maryland-based doctor examines these folks, some of whom live in Connecticut, via videoconferencing.
She’s one of several doctors available throughAnthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield’s new LiveHealth Online app, which allows customers to seek non-emergency medical care via their computer, tablet or smartphone. Instead of heading to an office, patients simply log on and can arrange a consultation with one of several doctors around the country.
LiveHealth Online is one of many services that allow patients to get treatment without leaving the comfort of their homes.
Date: May 24, 2015