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Telemedicine
National Organizations and Resources
National Conference of State LegislaturesA summary of state laws and requirements for Medicaid and private insurance coverage of telehealth services.
American Telemedicine Association (ATA)National membership organization’s web site includes information on meetings & education, standards & guidelines, and public policy
Center for Telemedicine and e-Health LawInformation and webinars on telemedicine issues and public policy
Telehealth Resource Centers (TRCs)TRCs have been established to provide assistance, education and information to organizations and individuals who are actively providing or interested in providing medical care at a distance.
TRC National Webinar SeriesThe TRC Webinar Series provides timely information and demonstrations to support and guide the development of your telehealth program. These webinars are FREE to the public on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
The Southwest Telehealth Resource Center (SWTRC) SWTRC was created to advance the effective use of telemedicine services throughout the Southwest. Web site has information, resources and access to expert staff and colleagues for getting started in telehealth.
Four Corners Telehealth Consortium Consortium of telehealth programs from Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah
Center for Connected Health Policy (CCHP)The CCHP is a public interest organization that develops and advances telehealth policy solutions to promote improvements in health and health care systems.
Administrative & Regulatory Considerations
Questions to Ask Your Telemedicine Malpractice CarrierWhat questions a practitioner should ask a malpractice insurer when making a decision on whether a liability insurance plan will cover the practice of telemedicine.
50 State Telemedicine Gaps AnalysisProfessional licensure portability and practice standards for providers using telemedicine are some of the biggest challenges for health care providers considering telemedicine adoption.
The State Federation of Medical BoardsA national not-for-profit organization representing the 70 medical and osteopathic boards of the United States and its territories, including 14 state boards of osteopathic medicine.
Compliance with all State/federal lawsThis module addresses many of the legal and regulatory issues affecting telehealth.
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)DOPL Administers and enforces specific laws related to the licensing and regulation of certain occupations and professions.
Compliance with all Credentialing, privileging regulationsPhysician credentialing and privileging agreement between hospitals.
Telehealth Resource Center Medical Malpractice and LiabilityWhat is medical malpractice? What are the medical malpractice issues when practicing telemedicine? How do I ensure that I am covered when performing telemedicine services?
Telehealth Resource Centers HIPAA and TelehealthCompliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is more complex than simply using products that claim to be “HIPAA-compliant.”
Research
National Telehealth Policy Resource Center's Catalog of Peer-reviewed Studies Studies that have been designed to measure the use of telehealth in achieving one or more of the goals of the Triple Aim. Each of the telehealth studies is U.S. based with a primary focus on outcomes, quality and/or cost of telehealth programs.
Reimbursement
Utah
UHIN Telehealth StandardUtah Health Information Network billing process and telehealth modifiers
Utah MedicaidMedicaid is a source of health insurance coverage for Utah’s vulnerable populations.
Utah Medicaid Provider ManualSection one of the Utah Medicaid Provider Manual.
Utah State Laws and Reimbursement Policies The Center for Connected Health Policy helps you stay informed about telehealth-related laws, regulations, and Medicaid programs.
Federal
CMS Medicare Telehealth Services Rural Health Fact Sheet (2017) This publication provides information on Medicare telehealth services.
CMS Medicare Telehealth Payment Eligibility AnalyzerFind out if an authorized originating site is eligible for Medicare telehealth payment.
CMS Episode Payment Models (EPMs) The Center for Connected Health Policy Fact Sheet summaries the final rule changes to Medicare’s telehealth policy for EPMs.
Federal Funding Programs
Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT), HRSA, DHHSTelemedicine network grants; getting started guides; links to other telehealth resources
USDA Telecommunications – Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grant ProgramGrants focus on equipment for rural sites for telemedicine and distance learning
Grants.GovFor searchable postings of all federal grant opportunities
Equipment
Arizona Telemedicine ProgramUsing Telemediquette to Make Your Telemedicine Encounters Effective
The National Telehealth Technology Assessment Resource Center (TTAC)TTAC releases assessments on various devices and are a valuable resource for equipment and peripherals.
California Telehealth Resource Center Telemedicine room setup.
Telemedicine Room Design Program Guide
Ploycom’s Guide to Video Etiquette (pdf)Ploycom has outlined a few key fundamentals to follow that will make video conferences positive experiences for everyone. Check out their website for hilarious videos on what not to do!
Media Services - Training
There are numerous training courses, some provide certification and continuing education credits.
American Telemedicine Association Accredited Telemedicine Training ProgramsAccredited high-quality telemedicine education programs.
American Telemedicine Association: Accreditation Program for Online Patient ConsultationsRecognizes organizations providing online, real-time patient health services that comply with operational, clinical and consumer-related standards.
Telehealth Resource Centers: Finding Training ProgramsGuidance in identifying: 1) training content required by different staff providing or receiving Telemedicine services, 2) types of training available, and 3) sources of training.
Arizona Telemedicine Program: Telemedicine Training ProgramProgram offers 1-day training courses on telemedicine.
Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority (NARBHA): Telepsychiatry BasicsTraining modules, covering clinical and administrative/technical aspects, including AIMS via telemed demo.
Alaska Federal Health Care Access Network (AFHCAN) and the University of Alaska Southeast: Telehealth Coordinator TrainingLearn best practices in the telehealth field.
California Telehealth Resource Center VideosVideos that incorporate best practices in telehealth to meet the needs of a variety of telemedicine programs.
Southern California Telemedicine Learning CenterDynamic learning environment where practitioners, administrators, managers, and telemedicine coordinators develop the skills and knowledge needed to enhance the quality of tele-health care in their communities.
Network
Universal Service Administrative Company Rural Health Care Division (USAC-RHCD)Telecommunications discounts for eligible rural health care facilities
Utah SaintUtahSAINT is a professional organization of technical and network security professionals throughout the State of Utah and beyond.
US-CERTUS-CERT responds to major incidents, analyzing threats, and exchanging critical cybersecurity information with trusted partners around the world.
UEN Network BandwidthSee the current state of the UEN Network.
UEN Network AvailabilityUEN closely monitors the network availability between its statewide connections and makes those results available to the public.
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