News & Knowledge New Jersey Handbook: Telehealth What is the difference between telehealth and telemedicine? Many organizations use the terms interchangeably, such as the American Telemedicine Association. According to the National Consortium of Telehealth Resource Centers, telehealth refers to “the use of electronic information and telecommunications technologies to support distance clinical healthcare, patient and professional health-related education, public health and health administration.” Telemedicine typically refers to the practice of medicine using technology to deliver care at a distance (i.e., remote clinical services). Therefore, telemedicine is a subset of telehealth. What type of telehealth modality will your practice use? Live (synchronous) videoconferencing. This involves… Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in to see full post Curi’s risk mitigation resources and guidance are offered for educational and informational purposes only. This information is not medical or legal advice, does not replace independent professional judgment, does not constitute an endorsement of any kind, should not be deemed authoritative, and does not establish a standard of care in clinical settings or in courts of law. If you need legal advice, you should consult your independent/corporate counsel. We have found that using risk mitigation efforts can reduce malpractice risk; however, we do not make any guarantees that following these risk recommendations will prevent a complaint, claim, or suit from occurring, or mitigate the outcome(s) associated with any of them. READ NEXT October 2, 2023December 7, 2023Continuing Medical Education (CME) | Telehealth Addiction, Screening, & Stigma Join Dr. David Ryan as he shares information on the NEW DEA training and telemedicine requirement. The presentation will cover substance use disorders and addiction and ways to recognize signs of misuse of controlled substances. Additionally, common medications for the treatment of OUD will be reviewed. Learners will also learn about stigma prevention and language. Read more August 11, 2023November 13, 2023Policy Templates | Risk Management | Telehealth Policy: Telehealth Services Read more July 29, 2022November 13, 2023Forms & Templates | Policy Templates | Telehealth Policy: Telehealth Practice Policy Read more