Introduction to telehealth accreditation
Telehealth accreditation helps ensure that telehealth programs adhere to standards, evidence-based best practices, and regulations.
Accreditation programs for in-person health care now include telehealth services. The accreditation process aims to improve virtual care services through review of telehealth programs to meet and maintain established standards. These formal reviews have many benefits. They provide a recognized marker for high quality of care and consistency. This promotes trust and confidence among patients and providers.
Starting and implementing the telehealth accreditation process can be complicated. Additionally, the process may have costs and resource requirements. This best practice guide describes how telehealth accreditation can help health care organizations and providers achieve their goals and support responsible telehealth growth.
