Integrating telemedicine into dental workflows for medically complex patients: An exploratory pilot feasibility and care coordination study - Scorecard - MDSpire
Clinical Scorecard: Incorporating Telehealth into Dental Practices for Patients with Complex Medical Conditions: A Pilot Study on Feasibility and Care Coordination
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Multisystemic disorders including diabetes mellitus and hypertension
Key Mechanisms
Telemedicine for medical assessment and care coordination in dental settings
Target Population
Adults aged ≥18 years with type 2 diabetes mellitus and/or hypertension requiring medical evaluation before dental treatment
Care Setting
Dental practices incorporating telehealth for patient assessment
Key Highlights
Pilot study evaluated feasibility of telemedicine in dental care for medically complex patients
Participants included adults with diabetes and hypertension needing medical clearance
Telemedicine consultations conducted on-site using digital health platforms
Study compared telemedicine pathway with conventional referral to external physicians
Longitudinal follow-up monitored retention and clinical outcomes
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Utilize point-of-care clinical measures such as blood pressure and fingerstick blood glucose
Management
Remote medical providers to manage conditions based on established guidelines
Monitoring & Follow-up
Longitudinal follow-up for up to 12 months with scheduled visits
Risks
Potential delays in dental care due to referral processes and patient adherence
Patient & Prescribing Data
Adults with documented medical histories of diabetes mellitus and/or hypertension
Telemedicine may expedite medical assessments and improve care coordination
Clinical Best Practices
Integrate telehealth consultations into dental workflows for medically complex patients
Ensure clear communication between dental and medical professionals
Monitor patient adherence and follow-up visits to enhance care coordination
by Shawn Adibi, Mahshid Mohajeri, Julian Nathaniel Holland, Elizabeth Scott Hamilton, Lorena Millan, Bonita A. Wynkoop, Chelsea J. Guy-Frank, Mary C. Farach-Carson
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