Health Disparities
What is hypertension
Limited internet access in rural areas is commonly referred to as this.
What is the digital divide
Using telehealth with home monitoring improves this clinical outcome.
What is blood pressure control
This type of care will continue to be delivered through telehealth in rural settings to maintain long-term impact.
What is routine primary care
The total duration of the implementation plan.
12 months
This age group in rural areas is most affected by the disparity discussed in the project.
Who are adults aged 65 and older
Older adults may lack this skill, making telehealth platforms difficult to use.
What is digital literacy
These programs help older adults learn how to use telehealth technology
What are digital literacy training programs
These two government programs will help financially sustain telehealth services through reimbursement.
What are Medicare and Medicaid
This phase includes forming committees and assessing infrastructure needs.
What is the planning and infrastructure phase
Rural residents experience higher rates of this compared to urban populations.
cardiovascular disease and mortality
This type of infrastructure is necessary for successful telehealth services.
What is broadband internet
Increased access to this resource improves telehealth adoption and adherence.
What is broadband access
This role is established to support both patients and providers in telehealth delivery.
What is a telehealth coordinator
This phase involves testing telehealth services in a few rural clinics.
What is the pilot phase
These three systemic issues contribute heavily to rural health disparities.
What are geographic isolation, provider shortages, and limited access to care
Financial limitations prevent access to these tools needed for telehealth visits.
What are smartphones, internet services, and home monitoring devices
Temporary changes during this global event increased telehealth utilization.
Temporary changes during this global event increased telehealth utilization.
These community partners will serve as access points for education and blood pressure monitoring.
What are churches and local organizations
This role serves as the main contact for patients and providers during the pilot.
What is a telehealth coordinator
Poor control of this condition leads to strokes, heart disease, and increased healthcare utilization.
What is uncontrolled hypertension
Despite barriers, most rural adults report this attitude toward telehealth use.
What is willingness to use telehealth
Integrating telehealth into this healthcare setting improves continuity of care.
What is primary care
This approach uses data to guide improvements and address barriers over time.
What is continuous quality improvement?
This final phase focuses on outcomes, performance metrics, and long-term success.
What is the evaluation and sustainability phase?