Publications
CTEC is pleased to offer its growing series of print publications as a resource for those interested in developing or expanding telemedicine and telehealth programs. These publications cover both specific issues which impact the development of telemedicine programs as well as practice guides for particular specialties and modalities of care.
CTEC's publications enhance the CTEC Program Developer™ with current topics relevant to your telemedicine program.
Organization Readiness
February 2009
This guide assists you in the first step of developing a telemedicine program. This guide provides easy-to-follow questionnaires that will walk you through describing your proposed program and determining if your organization is culturally ready to begin the program development process.
FQHC Reimbursement Models
February 2009
This guide provides a practical explanation of reimbursement models for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) operating under Prospective Payment Systems (PPS).
Telecommunications Discount Guide
Expected release March 2009
A revised guide to applying for the federal and state telecommunications discounts.
Telemedicine and American Indians in California
2005
This report outlines the path of an innovative project with a mission of saving the sight of American Indians and improving access to health services. This report discusses the current levels of activity and interest in Telemedicine for American Indians in California.
Telemedicine Reimbursement Handbook
2008
This useful handbook, targeted at providers of telemedicine, contains information on CPT codes and other legislation affecting reimbursement in California. It also includes telemedicine definitions as well as sections on Patient Consent, Medicare Requirements, Medi-Cal and CMSP requirements, Blue Cross of California, and California Children's Services Requirements.
Telecommunications Discount Guide
2006
This guide is designed to assist those applying for telecommunications discount programs and to encourage those eligible to take advantage of programs that may significantly reduce their telecommunications operating costs. In addition to providing step-by-step instructions for completing required program application forms, this guide also identifies strategies for combining state and federal discount programs so that eligible providers may achieve maximum benefit from all.
A Glossary of Telemedicine and eHealth
2006
The telehealth industry is rapidly evolving, as is the terminology being used to describe telemedicine and telehealth applications. This comprehensive glossary clarifies common telemedicine and eHealth terms.
Teledermatology Practice Guide
The purpose of this guide is to give current and potential Telemedicine providers a better understanding of the elements involved in developing and sustaining a successful teledermatology program. This guide includes information on policies and procedures, best practice models, helpful tools, reimbursement policies, and a glossary of terms for teledermatology.
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Practice Guide
This guide presents the practical aspects of developing a diabetic retinopathy screening (DRS) program along with general guidelines and recommenations for performing DRS based on experiences in California.