Selecting the right cart for your telemedicine program can be daunting. The proper cart is crucial for smooth integration and effective care delivery. Let us help you explore the top five factors you need to consider when selecting the perfect cart for your telemedicine needs.
- Prioritize System Integration – To decrease potential downtime and implementation hiccups, ensure seamless integration into your existing systems. Look for carts that align with your hospital’s electronic medical records (EMRs) and other clinical programs for efficient data sharing and management.
- Evaluate Clinical Capabilities – List your wants versus your needs regarding telemedicine care specialties and patient care needs. Next, consider the cart’s clinical capabilities and customization options based on your list. Look for a modular design that allows for add-ons that enhance telemedicine consultations, such as interactive stethoscopes, vital signs monitors and ultrasound probes.
- Cost Effective – One of the most significant hurdles when implementing telemedicine is cost. While the upfront price tag can be a hard pill to swallow, the resulting savings are clear. Eagle Telemedicine found that their all-in-one solution lowered the cost of telemedicine delivery by up to 64% in rural communities. When searching for your solution, research bundle plans to ensure the best service for the best price. Make notes on price points regarding scaled growth with the selected provider.
- Configuration Flexibility – Configuration flexibility allows you to tailor the telemedicine cart to your hospital’s specific needs. Look for carts that offer options for platform selection (desktop or tablet), cart components, storage solutions, and security features. Customizable configurations will ease daily use and align with your hospital’s workflow.
- Overall Clinical Experience – Be sure not to overlook the clinical experience. After all, to properly implement telemedicine, it must be functional in the physical spaces where staff will utilize it. Ask nurses and PAs what they consider necessary. We advise looking for a cart with ergonomic design features, adjustable settings for comfort during consultations and mobility-enhancing capabilities within clinical environments. A positive clinical experience will promote speedy adoption.
The decision to implement telemedicine is no small task, but by paying particular attention to cost-effectiveness, integration, clinical capabilities, flexibility, and user experience, you can make an informed decision when selecting the right telemedicine cart for your healthcare facility. Recognizing the particular challenges of implementation and adoption, Eagle Telemedicine stands ready to provide assistance and support. Learn more about Eagle’s new and fully customizable carts and their telemedicine solutions today.
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