Telemedicine: New Tools, Emerging Risks

Program Description

This seminar will review the types of telemedicine, its limitations and how it is rapidly evolving in a complex regulatory, technology driven, and consumer-oriented environment. While the benefits of telemedicine are vast, its use and adoption must be tempered with caution. Healthcare professionals must be aware of the emerging risks associated with practicing telemedicine, such as regulatory restrictions, privacy and security, inaccuracies in patient self-reporting, and symptoms that may only be detected in person. We will also address strategies to reduce these emerging risks and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals to use telemedicine safely.

Objectives

After completing this activity, learners will be able to:

  • Discuss three types of telemedicine and how it has evolved.
  • Identify risks associated with practicing telemedicine.[Insert copy].
  • Apply strategies to reduce the risks associated with practicing telemedicine.

Disclosure

No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests.

Faculty

Julie Brightwell, 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 one (1) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only those credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Course ID#:    TDS 16524.22
Issue Date for This Activity: 09/07/16
Expiration Date for This Activity: 11/04/16

Disclaimer

The information and guidelines contained in this activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. The faculty recommends 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.

Contact Us

If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call (800) 421-2368, extension 1243.