Implementing Telemedicine in EMS and the 911 Communications Center

• 2021

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• Pat Songer; Richard Hunt

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This webinar discusses the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare, focusing on the use of telemedicine in EMS and 911 systems. It highlights the challenges faced in implementing telemedicine, funding programs, and getting reimbursement. The "Telemedicine Framework for EMS and 911 Organizations" is introduced as a guide to help agencies deliver high-quality, cost-efficient care. Presenters share insights on implementing telemedicine in EMS systems. The webinar aims to provide solutions to the challenges faced by EMS and 911 organizations through the use of the Framework.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Emergency Medical Services; Triage; Telemedicine; Health Care Reform; Emergency Service, Hospital; COVID-19

Institutions: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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