The purpose of this paper is to present a systematic review of studies that used Video Conferencing\n(VC) intervention for common chronic conditions. Chronic conditions account for the majority\nof poor health, disability, and death, and for a major portion of health-care expenditures in the\nUnited States. Innovative methods and interventions are needed to enhance care and management,\nimprove access to care, improve patient outcomes, narrow health disparities and reduce healthcare\ncosts. Video Conferencing could be particularly relevant in improving health, care management,\naccess and cost in the care of chronic illnesses. A comprehensive literature search process\nguided by the PRISMA statement led to the inclusion of 27 articles measuring video conferencing,\nat least one chronic illness, and patient outcomes for adults living in a community setting. While\nVC has been found to be feasible and effective, a low number of randomized controlled trials limit\nevidence. In addition, studies in this review were not designed to address the question of whether\naccess to care in rural areas is improved through VC. Hence, more research is needed.
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