How VA's Telehealth Kidney Program Saves the Lives of Rural Veterans
Source
Military.com
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Date
Jun 8, 2026
Summary
Describes a recent study finding that a U.S. Veterans Administration (VA) telenephrology program improved mortality rates and increased guideline-directed medication prescriptions for veterans at rural VA clinics receiving treatment for chronic kidney disease. The program uses a hub-and-spoke system to connect rural veterans with specialized care. Notes additional research finding veterans are satisfied with telenephrology care.
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· Health conditions
· Mortality
· Pharmacy and prescription drugs
· Specialty care
· Telehealth
· Veterans