Non-English Language Preference Associated With Decreased Rheumatology Telehealth Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Decreased video visit use among rheumatology patients was associated with non-English language preference, minority race/ethnicity, increasing age, and indicators of low income. Rapid deployment and expansion of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic likely has improved access for some but widened preexisting disparities for others. As medical care evolves toward ongoing digital care delivery, clarifying and addressing causes of telehealth disparities is essential for delivering equitable health care.