Foundations of Telehealth
Learn key components of telemedicine program design and implementation. Covers clinical, operational, legal, and technological aspects for healthcare
Learn key components of telemedicine program design and implementation. Covers clinical, operational, legal, and technological aspects for healthcare
This course introduces healthcare professionals to the essential components of designing and implementing successful telemedicine programs. Students will explore operational design principles, clinical considerations, patient safety, technology needs, legal and regulatory aspects, and billing considerations. The curriculum emphasizes a team-based approach and covers various telemedicine modalities, health system strategies, and future trends in telehealth.
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What you'll learn
Understand the history, landscape, and various modalities of telemedicine
Explore health system strategies and operational considerations for telemedicine programs
Learn about patient engagement, satisfaction, and safety in telehealth settings
Examine legal, regulatory, and compliance issues in telemedicine
Understand billing considerations and revenue cycle management for telehealth services
Analyze future trends and developments in the field of telehealth
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5 Hours PreRecorded video
2 assignment
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course provides a thorough introduction to the foundations of telehealth and telemedicine. Students will learn about the key components and considerations needed to design and implement successful telemedicine programs at both the practice and health system levels. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including the history and landscape of telemedicine, various telemedicine modalities, health system strategies, operational considerations, patient engagement and satisfaction, legal and regulatory issues, billing and revenue cycle management, and future trends in telehealth. Through a combination of video lectures, quizzes, and a peer-reviewed assignment, learners will gain practical knowledge and skills applicable to the rapidly evolving field of telehealth.
A Primer on Telemedicine
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Health System Strategy and Telemedicine Operations
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Billing, Regulatory and Legal Considerations
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Future of Telemedicine
Module 4 · 44 Minutes to complete
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Assistant Medical Director, Office of Telemedicine
Dr. Helen Kinsman Hughes serves as the Assistant Medical Director in the Office of Telemedicine at Johns Hopkins University, where she also holds the position of Medical Director of Pediatric Telemedicine. With a background in pediatrics and public health, Dr. Hughes has played a significant role in advancing telemedicine, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, which highlighted the importance and viability of remote healthcare solutions. She emphasizes the need for adaptability in academic medicine and has been actively involved in research and discussions surrounding telehealth's evolution and its impact on patient care. Dr. Hughes is also an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of General Pediatrics and teaches an online course on Coursera titled "Foundations of Telehealth." Her work focuses on overcoming barriers to telemedicine implementation and enhancing access to healthcare services for patients.
Medical Director, Digital Health and Telemedicine
Dr. Brian Hasselfeld is the Senior Medical Director of Digital Health and Innovation at Johns Hopkins Medicine, where he oversees the Office of Telemedicine, responsible for implementing virtual care across multiple hospitals and outpatient facilities. He also serves as the Associate Director of Johns Hopkins inHealth, focusing on advancing precision medicine initiatives. With a background in internal medicine and pediatrics, Dr. Hasselfeld combines clinical practice with his expertise in digital health strategies to enhance patient care. He earned his MD from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harvard's Brigham and Women's Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital. Prior to his medical career, he worked as an investment banking analyst, bringing a unique perspective to healthcare innovation and technology. Dr. Hasselfeld is actively involved in various advisory roles, including serving on the Clinical Advisory Board for Atropos Health and as a board member for a local Medicare Advantage plan.
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