Instruction
Objective: Discuss how telehealth/telemedicine is used within the state of South Carolina and its impact on the population, consumer, and providers.
Evaluate the status of telehealth in the state of South Carolina and submit a paper (use the rubric for submitting a paper) on the topic, Include the following:
Address SC legislation on the topic of telehealth (or telemedicine) within the last five to six years.
Payment/insurance coverage for telehealth sessions,
HIPAA privacy and security mechanisms used for telehealth,
Percentage of physicians using telehealth,
Telehealth training provided in medical schools
And any other interesting facts found regarding telehealth/telemedicine in the state (how the technology is used in the state and its acceptance within the HC environment)