May 14, 2020

Checklist for Setting Up Telemedicine in Your Practice

By APSHO Staff

1. Pick a virtual platform
   
   
   1. Short-term platforms: non-HIPPA compliant, two-way video and audio
      
      
      1. Examples: Doximity, FaceTime, GoToMeeting, Skype, Zoom
         
         
   2. Long-term platforms: HIPPA compliant
      
      
      1. Examples: Doxy.me, VisuWell, Vsee
         
         
2. Get comfortable using the chosen platform.
   
   
3. Work with the scheduling team to develop a scheduling process that works best for your practice.
   
   
4. Work with your billing office to develop a billing process that works best for your practice.
   
   
5. Develop a template for documentation that ensures consent, the chief complaint, medical decision-making and time for the preparation, and the actual visit are documented clearly.
   
   
6. Educate providers and staff on the entire process for continuity.
   
   
7. Plan a process for post-COVID evaluation.
   
   

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