TELEMEDICINE

BENEFITS OF TELEMEDICINE

• Improved access
• Cost effective
• Quality
• Patient demands met

WELLPOINT/AHN

• Online pilot program

GOALS OF TELEHEALTH PROJECT

• To demonstrate effectiveness
• To demonstrate ability to improve access
• To safely establish and perpetuate the patient/doctor relationship
• To improve the capacity of the current licensed physicians in the state
• To demonstrate patient satisfaction and need

THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE

• 24 hour access via smartphone, tablet, or laptop for simple visits
• Kiosk visits for more complex medical issues
• In-office visits for serious medical issues and examinations
• ER visits only for life threatening matters