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Telemedicine Use Amongst US Children and Young Adults With Autism: Utilization, Costs and Common Conditions
Background The management of autism and other comorbidities among children and young adults places a substantial economic and logistical burden on families. Telemedicine offers potential benefits for children and young adults with autism by improving access to care, reducing costs, and supporting families in managing ongoing treatment needs, all highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. While telemedicine has shown positive benefits in neurotypical pediatric populations, limited evidence supports and describes the …