Telemedicine in Japan: Challenges and Opportunities

Sven Demiya-Dillenburger (), Masaaki Isshiki and Jörg Mahlich ()
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Sven Demiya-Dillenburger: IQVIA Solutions Japan K.K.
Masaaki Isshiki: IQVIA Solutions Japan K.K.

A chapter in Digital Healthcare in Germany, 2022, pp 85-95 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This chapter provides an overview of telemedicine in Japan. Although the COVID-19 pandemic gave it a strong boost, traditional face-to-face interactions with physicians are still the norm. Hurdles for further growth include Japan’s old population and lower reimbursement rates for telemedicine compared to face-to-face medical care. On the other hand, Japan is one of the few countries in the world where digital apps are reimbursable by statutory health insurance given a positive scientific and economic evaluation.

Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-94025-6_8

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