Hospitals across the country are turning to telemedicine to address critical gaps in the availability of infectious disease specialists, reducing patient transfers and enhancing care for complex cases. Access Telecare’s teleInfectious disease specialists help hospitals provide the treatment patients need when they need it most.
The Challenge
Infectious diseases remain a leading cause of hospital admissions in the U.S., yet the nationwide shortage of specialists means many hospitals struggle to manage these complex cases in-house. Without access to specialized expertise, costly transfers and delays in care can impact patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
A Success Story
When a hospital in Alabama faced growing challenges in managing infectious disease cases, it partnered with Access Telecare to implement our teleInfectious Disease program. The initiative transformed the hospital’s ability to care for patients with high-complexity infectious disease needs.
With the service, the hospital’s care teams have real-time access to infectious disease specialists who collaborate seamlessly with on-site providers. This program not only has improved patient outcomes – it has optimized the hospital’s resource utilization and financial performance.
Key Results:
- 74% increase in net infectious disease revenue compared to pre-COVID years.
- 50% increase in high-complexity patient care volume compared to pre-COVID years
- 2% growth in infectious disease revenue in the program’s first year, with sustained increases post-pandemic.
