Top 10 Tips for Successfully Implementing a Diabetes Telehealth Program

Diabetes Technol Ther. 2020 Dec;22(12):920-928. doi: 10.1089/dia.2020.0042. Epub 2020 Apr 21.

Abstract

Diabetes management is well suited to use of telehealth, and recent improvements in both diabetes technology and telehealth policy make this an ideal time for diabetes providers to begin integrating telehealth into their practices. This article provides background information, specific recommendations for effective implementation, and a vision for the future landscape of telehealth within diabetes care to guide interested providers and practices on this topic. Note: This article was written prior to the COVID19 pandemic, and does not include information about recent telehealth policy changes that occurred during or as a result of this public health crisis.

Keywords: Diabetes mellitus; Patient-centered care; Patient-generated health data; Telehealth.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Diabetes Mellitus* / therapy
  • Humans
  • Telemedicine*