Telemedicine to Telehealth: Trends and Emerging Risks
Description
Improvements in Internet speed and access are fueling development of portable and affordable technologies used to diagnose and treat patients in diverse settings, including their home. However, there are hurdles to overcome and risks to avoid when providing telehealth services. This course explores challenges and risks such as privacy and security, licensure, and technology concerns that might instigate a malpractice claim. The risks overlay the inherent challenge of replicating the interaction of a traditional, in-person encounter between a provider and a patient, without compromising the standard of care. It also provides resources for clinicians and practice managers to consider when making decisions about deploying telehealth services or to improve existing services.
| Course ID #: | TDE 200715.0 | Issue Date: | 09/3/2020 | Expiration Date: | 09/3/2023 |
Objectives
After completing this activity, learners will be able to:
Determine what opportunities to use (or expand) telehealth services based on the care and services provided, the patient population, and applicable state and federal laws that apply to your practice
Implement one or more strategies to reduce risks associated with telehealth services
Ensure policies addressing informed consent, follow-up, referrals, and documentation for telehealth patients match the standard of care provided to patients in the office setting
Educate colleagues involved in providing telehealth services and office staff about how to mitigate associated risks when providing telehealth services
Disclosure
No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. No commercial support was provided for this activity.
Disclaimer
The information and guidelines contained in this activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. We recommend that legal advice be obtained from a qualified attorney for specific application to your practice. The information is intended for educational purposes and should be used as a reference guide only.
Course Developers
Shelley Rizzo, MSN, RN, CLNC, CPHRM, CPPS, Senior Patient Safety Risk Manager, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company.
Susan Boisvert, BSN, MHSA, CPPS, CPHRM, DFASHRM, Patient Safety Risk Manager II, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Johanna Lackner, MPH, MSW, Patient Safety Department, Senior Director, Continuing Professional Development
Richard F. Cahill, Esq., JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company
Robert Morton, CPHRM, CPPS, Assistant Vice President, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Continuing Education Credit
The Doctors Company is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical educational activities for physicians.
The Doctors Company designates this activity for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ADA CERP
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The Doctors Company designates this activity for one 1.25 continuing education credits.
Complies with State Requirements
Please SEE the Federation of State Medical Boards overview of Continuing Medical Education requirements by State.
Technical Requirements
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Contact Us
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Resource
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