Efficacy and Sustainability of a Telerehabilitation Program

Efficacy and Sustainability of a Telerehabilitation Program Sustainability and appropriateness of care are important components for healthcare systems as they begin integrating telemedicine/telehealth as an integral part of their healthcare delivery. Part of sustainability is incorporating a variety of approaches and technology, utilizing lower-cost options when appropriate. INTEGRIS is formalizing criteria to incorporate a mixture of technological approaches based on the first three years of direct clinical intervention and educational experience. Technology options, clinical outcomes, patient’s perception of quality of life, and reimbursement are components that must be considered. Technology considerations include the healthcare application, bandwidth requirements, and technology needs, focusing on type of technology rather than specific brands or companies. Patient acceptance/fear of different technologies and other intangible factors must be incorporated into the equation. Tele...

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2003
• Where: HICSS
• Authors: Cynthia Scheideman-Miller, Pamela G. Clark, Al Moorad, Micha L. Post, Bob G. Hodge, Sharon S. Smeltzer
• Keywords: Biometrics, HICSS 2003, Patient, System Sciences, Technology Options, Telerehabilitation Program Sustainability