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- Our virtual care programs use technology for more efficient and convenient clinical workflow and care delivery. These programs are available to health care providers across the province through the Ontario Telemedicine Network, which is now part of Ontario Health.
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- Virtual Care Best Practices
Find best practice information and tips for incorporating video visits into primary care practice. Refer to the Primary Care Guidance for Clinically Appropriate Use of Virtual Care for additional guidance on integrating virtual care into your practice.
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Can you elaborate on the scope of the policy? What medical services are captured by the term “virtual care”? Virtual care is defined in the policy as “any interaction between patients and/or members of their circle of care that occurs remotely, using any form of communication or information technology, including telephone, video conferencing, and d...
Why doesn’t the policy specify the circumstances where virtual care would or would not be appropriate? Every patient’s needs are unique, technology is continuously evolving, and a number of considerations will play into the type of care that is appropriate in each instance. Issues that might require in-person care today may be able to be treated vi...
Where can I find more information about how to comply with privacy and security obligations in a virtual environment? The Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario has released comprehensive guidelines regarding Privacy and security considerations for virtual health care visitsto assist health care providers in complying with their privacy an...
Can I delegate controlled acts remotely? Controlled acts can be delegated remotely provided that the standard of care is met and the Delegation of Controlled Actspolicy is complied with. What do I need to know when considering opioid prescriptions or treatment via virtual care? In addition to the general expectations regarding prescribing, CPSO’s P...
Am I allowed to provide virtual care to Ontario patients who are temporarily out of the province or country? If the policy expectations can be met, CPSO permits Ontario physicians to treat Ontario patients who are temporarily located outside of Ontario or Canada, where required to support continuity of care, patient safety, or patient best interest...
1. This definition was adapted from Shaw, J., Jamieson, T., Agarwal, P., Griffin, B., Wong, I., & Bhatia, R.S. (2018). Virtual care policy recommendation for patient-centred primary care: findings of a consensus policy dialogue using a nominal group technique. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 24(9), 608-615.
Sep 20, 2023 · These virtual care tools help health service providers support patients across Ontario, regardless of their location. Find clinical guidance, best practices, verified solutions and information about the Patient Access Network.
Virtual Care: Any interaction between patients and/or members of their circle of care 1 that occurs remotely 2, using any form of communication or information technology, including telephone, video conferencing, and digital messaging (e.g., secure messaging, emails, and text messaging) with the aim of facilitating or providing patient care. 3.
Virtual care is any interaction that occurs remotely (i.e., not in-person) using any form of technology (e.g., phone, videoconferencing, email, or other forms of digital messaging) to facilitate or provide care.
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Virtual care helps people access the care they need when and where they need it. We work with our partners to find better value for Ontario’s publicly funded health care system. Ontario Health is now accepting Virtual Visits Verification submissions.
