In this episode, host Tim Koh is joined by Dr Michael Wright, Chief Medical Officer for Avant Mutual and Chair of RACGP Expert Committee on Funding and Health System Reform, to discuss the do's and don'ts of telehealth consulting. They delve into the guidelines set by the Medical Board of Australia, the legislative requirements for Medicare billing, and the considerations for conducting telehealth consultations effectively.
Michael emphasises the importance of maintaining the standard of care, patient identification, consent, and privacy protection in telehealth consultations. He also addresses the challenges and limitations of telehealth, including the need to transition to face-to-face consultations when necessary, staying compliant with Medicare billing requirements, and protecting oneself from potential issues and complaints related to telehealth consultations.
Discussing the implications of patients accessing medical advice from outside of Australia and the responsibilities of GPs practising telehealth while travelling abroad. Exploring the use of other forms of communication, such as SMS, electronic messaging, and email, in patient consultation and information provision.
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