Table 1. Telehealth solution category examples
Translatability to Telehealth scoreExample
Category 5Doctor, carer and patient can effortlessly exchange information via video or telephone, for example, medication discussion, electronic prescription
Category 4Carer conducts physical assessment on behalf of doctor at home and then reports relevant findings, for example, measurement of temperature
Category 3Carer acquires required artefact(s) then performs and reports findings. Virtual instructions or guidance may be necessary, for example, measurement of oxygen saturation
Category 2Doctor performs virtual examination. Patient needs specialised equipment or training, for example, Bluetooth-facilitated chest auscultation
Category 1Not suitable for telehealth