Health equity is the concept that everyone, regardless of their background, income, or zip code, should have the opportunity to live a healthy life. Telehealth can make healthcare more accessible where people have the necessary resources (compatible devices and internet connectivity) and capabilities (digital literacy and health literacy) needed to successfully utilize it. Providers can improve the equity of clinical telehealth services by intentionally including resources and accessibility features that support and enable their patients’ use of telehealth technologies.
