603-924-7191 Patient Login Pay Bill / PricingEmploymentNewsAbout Medical ServiceseVisitsFind A DoctorContact GIVE TO MCH SEARCH eVisits eVisits Your Connection to Care eVisits In today’s changing world, it’s nice to have options. With eVisits, patients can connect face-to-face with an MCH medical provider using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. All MCH primary care clinicians and most specialty practices offer eVisits. In addition, Medicare, NH Medicaid, and most private insurance companies have expanded their coverage of eVisits, so there may be no out-of-pocket costs to utilize these services. Check with your insurance carrier if you have questions. Check to See if Your Device is Compatible You can quickly confirm if your computer, tablet, or smartphone is capable of an eVisit by clicking the icon below. A pop-up box will quickly and securely check your system and confirm if you’re ready to go! Setting Up an eVisit Appointment To set up an eVisit appointment, simply call your primary care provider, specialty services provider or Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates to schedule an appointment. Technology Requirements Devices (functioning microphone and camera required) iPhone or Android Smartphone iPad or Tablet (with data package or Wifi access) Desktop/Laptop Computer Web Browsers Google Chrome FireFox Safari 11+ Microsoft Edge Data/Connection Info Secure and reliable internet connection via at least one of the following: Wired Ethernet Connection (cable plugged into a router or wall jack) WiFi (wireless network in home or office) Cellular Network (3G or 4G) not recommended unless only option Minimum of 2mbs for upload and download speed Turning off other devices that require internet bandwidth will improve your TeleHealth connectivity. If you do not have the required equipment to facilitate a video appointment, we’ll work with you on a solution. Once Your eVisit is Scheduled You will receive a text / e-mail link from your Clinician’s office the day of your visit, simply click the link to start the visit. NOTE: If the compatibility check fails or you experience technical difficulties, please call your provider’s office so we can assist you. doxy.me Support Link Insurance Coverage Special considerations during the COVlD-19 emergency Special federal and state waivers and executive orders are in temporary effect during the COVID-19 emergency declaration. To expand coverage for TeleHealth services, certain restrictions have been lifted specifically to allow us to provide care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Medicare, NH Medicaid and Commercial Insurance Generally speaking, Medicare, NH Medicaid and commercial insurance: Will pay for telephone and telemedicine (video) visits for patients at home as medically necessary and appropriate. Have expanded the list of eligible providers and eligible services Will not require patient cost-sharing (co-payments, deductibles, or co- insurance) for medically necessary treatment delivered by TeleHealth related to COVlD-19. Cost-sharing for care not related to COVlD-19 may be as usual, though many plans are also waiving cost-sharing at this time for all TeleHealth services. Please also note that self-insured (employer- based) commercial insurance plans may not be required to comply with governmental coverage mandates, even during the COVlD-19 emergency. How do I know if I am covered? It is always best to contact your insurance company to ask about their coverage of TeleHealth appointments. What if I don’t have health insurance? On April 3, 2020, President Trump announced that the Federal Government will pay for COVlD-19 related care for patients who do not have health insurance. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is an eVisit? A: eVisits use a video conferencing platform, much like Skype or FaceTime, to connect providers with patients in different locations for an outpatient appointment. Patients report great satisfaction with receiving care this way and most would recommend it to their friends and family. Q: What are the benefits of an eVisit? A: Virtual eVisits allow patients to get care from the comfort of their home, eliminating the time and cost of traveling for an in-person visit. In the future, patients will have access to an expanding range of specialists –without the long commute that’s often required. By seeing your provider from home, you are limiting your exposure to infectious diseases such as COVID-19 or the seasonal flu. Q: What are the limitations of an eVisit? A: During an eVisit, you may experience technical difficulties with your connection or the software may impact what’s covered in your appointment. If this happens, you or your provider can decide to stop the visit and connect instead by telephone. It’s important to remember that if you choose to use data with your mobile phone carrier, depending on your phone plan, you may incur data usage fees. Other familiar aspects of a regular office visit such as vitals or a physical exam may be modified. Your eVisit may also limit internet access to your other devices while in-progress. Examples would include Netflix or other video streaming channels, along with other smart devices. Q: Is an eVisit safe and secure? A: eVisits are safe, secure, and HIPAA-compliant. It is subject to the same privacy rules and regulations as in-person services. Contact Monadnock Community Hospital 452 Old Street Road Peterborough, NH 03458 (603) 924-7191 Contact MCH Follow us MCH Facebook Page MCH Twitter Page © 2021 Monadnock Community Hospital Nondiscrimination Notice