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Center for Connected Health Policy. 2019. Tip sheet: Selecting a telehealth provider. Washington, DC: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 4 pp. (Tip Sheet)

Annotation: This tip sheet for providers supporting parents or caregivers offers guidance on selecting appropriate telehealth providers, particularly for specialized services like pediatric psychiatry for children with autism. It emphasizes the importance of thorough provider vetting through licensing boards, health plan networks, and specific board guidelines for telehealth services. The document pays special attention to autism diagnosis via telehealth, comparing different assessment tools: the M-CHAT (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers) and CARS (Childhood Autism Rating Scale) screenings are noted as being well-suited for telehealth delivery, while the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition) diagnostic tool presents more challenges due to its interactive nature, requiring additional preparation and parent training to be administered remotely. Considerations for selecting providers-- e.g., technical setup quality and ability to maintain effective rapport with young patients-- are included.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

Keywords: Resources for professionals, Telemedicine, Title V programs, Family support services, Family centered care, Autism

2019. Tip sheet: How to start a telehealth program. Washington, DC: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 6 pp. (Tip Sheet)

Annotation: This information package provides a comprehensive guide for organizations planning to implement a telehealth program, using the example of behavioral health services for children with autism ages 2-18. It outlines key initial considerations through a series of essential questions, including identifying the target population, addressing specific barriers to care, determining service delivery locations, assessing payer coverage policies, evaluating technology requirements, and considering community support. The document also details six additional considerations for program implementation: utilizing Telehealth Resource Centers for guidance; securing funding sources for start-up costs; finding qualified providers; developing efficient workflows; ensuring staff buy-in through early involvement and adequate training; and providing education to families and caregivers. The example case demonstrates how these elements come together under specific Medicaid requirements, emphasizing the importance of meeting criteria for live video services, approved service locations (FQHCs - Federally Qualified Health Centers - and schools), and provider licensing requirements.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

Keywords: Telemedicine, Title V programs, Family support services,

   

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