KALISPELL, Mont. - TelAve -- GoTo Telemed, the nation's leading integrated telehealth ecosystem serving over 10 million patients nationwide [0†L27-L29], today announced the launch of its dedicated Smoking Cessation Program, a comprehensive virtual care initiative designed to help individuals overcome tobacco dependence through a combination of behavioral counseling, pharmacotherapy management, remote monitoring, and community support—all delivered through secure, HIPAA‑compliant telehealth.

Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States, responsible for approximately 440,000 premature deaths annually [3†L44-L45]. Smoking is a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), at least a dozen types of cancer, and numerous other debilitating conditions. Despite the widespread availability of cessation resources, many individuals face barriers such as limited access to specialty care, lack of transportation, scheduling conflicts, and the stigma often associated with addiction. GoTo Telemed's program directly removes these barriers by providing expert, compassionate, evidence‑based cessation support from the privacy and convenience of home.

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"Quitting smoking is one of the most impactful health changes a person can make, yet the journey is often isolating and fraught with repeated setbacks," said a GoTo Telemed spokesperson. "Our Smoking Cessation Program meets individuals where they are—whether they are just thinking about quitting, have already made a quit attempt, or have tried many times before. Through a combination of virtual behavioral counseling, medication management, and digital self‑monitoring tools, we provide the continuous support necessary to achieve and maintain long‑term abstinence. Telehealth removes the traditional barriers of transportation, wait times, and geographic distance, making life‑saving cessation support accessible to everyone, no matter where they live."

Availability

GoTo Telemed's Smoking Cessation Program is available immediately to patients nationwide through the GoTo Telemed platform. Patients may self‑refer or be referred by their primary care provider, cardiologist, pulmonologist, or employer wellness program. The program accepts most major insurance plans, including coverage for tobacco cessation counseling and medications as required by the Affordable Care Act.

Behavioral health counselors, addiction medicine specialists, primary care physicians, and pharmacists interested in joining GoTo Telemed's provider network are invited to apply through the company's credentialing portal.

Media Contact:
GoTo Telemed Media Relations
info@gototelemed.com
(660) 628-1660
https://gototelemed.com/