Telemedicine hub manufacturer HealthSpot has gone out of business according to reports from two of its major clients, Rite Aid and the Cleveland Clinic. A spokesman for Rite Aid told MedCity News “On Monday, Dec. 28, Rite Aid was notified by HealthSpot of its intention to cease operations effective Thursday, Dec. 31". The company said it would continue to provide services through other providers until a new provider is found. The kiosks were equipped a variety of medical devices, including a blood pressure cuff, thermometer, stethoscope, dermoscope, and otoscope and a built-in weight scale. HealthSpot had raised $23m in funding, and secured a number of large deals, however, telemedicine solutions are increasingly being found within the home, on users' personal devices.
Telemedicine hub manufacturer HealthSpot has gone out of business according to reports from two of its major clients, Rite Aid and the Cleveland Clinic. A spokesman for Rite Aid told MedCity News “On Monday, Dec. 28, Rite Aid was notified by HealthSpot of its intention to cease operations effective Thursday, Dec. 31". HealthSpot offered its telemedicine kiosks in supermarkets, pharmacies and waiting rooms, and allowed patients to connect with a high-definition videoconference with a healthcare professional. The kiosks were equipped a variety of medical devices, including a blood pressure cuff, thermometer, stethoscope, dermoscope, and otoscope and a built-in weight scale. HealthSpot had raised $23m in funding, and secured a number of large deals, however, telemedicine solutions are increasingly being found within the home, on users' personal devices.