Telemedicine app Development has transformed from a convenience to a necessity. The virtual care market has experienced explosive growth, with telehealth visits now accounting for 15-20% of all patient encounters—a trend that’s reshaping how healthcare is delivered worldwide.
Yet building a successful telemedicine application is far more complex than adding video chat to a mobile app. You need HIPAA-compliant infrastructure, seamless EHR integration, electronic prescribing capabilities, insurance verification, robust security, intuitive user experience, and scalable technology architecture.
Healthcare organizations investing in telemedicine report remarkable outcomes: 40-60% reduction in no-show rates, 30-50% decrease in operational costs, 25-40% improvement in patient satisfaction, 50-70% increase in patient access to care, and $100,000-$500,000+ annual cost savings per provider.
At Taction Software, we’ve developed telemedicine platforms for 785+ healthcare clients over 20 years, maintaining zero HIPAA violations. This comprehensive guide reveals proven strategies for building telehealth applications that patients love and providers trust.
What Is a Telemedicine Application?
A telemedicine application enables remote healthcare delivery through digital technology, allowing patients and providers to connect virtually for consultations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
Core Telemedicine Capabilities:
Virtual Consultations:
- Live video consultations with providers
- Audio-only visits for routine follow-ups
- Asynchronous messaging for non-urgent questions
- Screen sharing for reviewing test results or images
- Multi-party calls for family or specialist involvement
Clinical Functionality:
- Patient intake and medical history collection
- Symptom assessment and triage
- Virtual examination tools and protocols
- Electronic prescribing (eRx) integration
- Lab and imaging order capabilities
- Clinical documentation and note-taking
Administrative Features:
- Appointment scheduling and calendar management
- Insurance verification and eligibility checking
- Payment processing and copay collection
- Billing and coding for telehealth services
- Provider credentialing across states
- Compliance and audit trail management
Patient Engagement:
- AI-powered chatbots for pre-visit triage
- Automated appointment reminders
- Post-visit care instructions and education
- Medication adherence support
- Remote patient monitoring integration
- Patient portal access to medical records
Integration Capabilities:
- EHR system integration (Epic, Cerner, Athena)
- Pharmacy networks for e-prescribing
- Laboratory information systems
- Medical billing and practice management
- Health information exchanges (HIE)
- Wearable devices and health trackers
Understanding telemedicine app development costs helps organizations budget for comprehensive virtual care platforms.
Types of Telemedicine App Development
1. Synchronous Telemedicine (Real-Time Video)
Description: Live, real-time video consultations between patients and providers, mimicking in-person visits.
Use Cases:
- Primary care visits
- Urgent care and walk-in clinics
- Specialty consultations
- Mental health therapy sessions
- Follow-up appointments
- Chronic disease management
Key Features:
- HD video and audio
- Screen sharing capabilities
- Virtual waiting rooms
- Real-time chat messaging
- Recording and transcription (with consent)
Technology Requirements:
- WebRTC for browser-based video
- Native SDKs for mobile apps (iOS/Android)
- Low-latency streaming infrastructure
- Adaptive bitrate for varying connections
- HIPAA-compliant video platforms
Cost: $150,000 – $400,000 for full-featured platform
2. Asynchronous Telemedicine (Store-and-Forward)
Description: Providers review patient information, images, or videos at a later time rather than in real-time.
Use Cases:
- Dermatology (skin lesion images)
- Radiology (image interpretation)
- Pathology (slide review)
- Ophthalmology (retinal images)
- Wound care monitoring
- Specialist consultations
Key Features:
- Secure file upload (images, videos, documents)
- Structured questionnaires and forms
- Provider review queue and workflow
- Asynchronous messaging
- Report generation and delivery
Technology Requirements:
- Secure file storage (encrypted at rest)
- Image optimization and compression
- DICOM support for medical imaging
- Workflow management system
- Automated notifications
Cost: $100,000 – $250,000 for specialty-specific platform
3. Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)
Description: Continuous or periodic monitoring of patient health data using connected devices.
Use Cases:
- Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, CHF)
- Post-surgical recovery monitoring
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Prenatal care
- Elderly care and aging in place
- Clinical trial patient monitoring
Key Features:
- Integration with medical devices
- Automated data collection and transmission
- Alert generation for abnormal values
- Trend analysis and dashboards
- Clinician review workflows
- Patient education and coaching
Technology Requirements:
- Bluetooth and cellular device connectivity
- Real-time data ingestion pipelines
- Alert rules engine
- Data validation and quality checking
- EHR integration for observations
- Mobile apps for patients and providers
Cost: $180,000 – $450,000 for comprehensive RPM platform
Our remote patient monitoring guide covers implementation strategies in detail.
4. Mobile Health (mHealth) Apps
Description: Smartphone applications providing health information, symptom tracking, medication management, and access to care.
Use Cases:
- Symptom checkers and self-assessment
- Medication reminders and tracking
- Appointment scheduling
- Health education and resources
- Wellness and fitness tracking
- Virtual consultations access
Key Features:
- Push notifications for reminders
- Health data tracking and visualization
- Integration with Apple Health/Google Fit
- Secure messaging with providers
- Appointment booking
- Prescription refill requests
Technology Requirements:
- Native iOS and Android development
- Cloud backend infrastructure
- API integration with healthcare systems
- Offline functionality
- Healthcare mobile app design best practices
Cost: $80,000 – $200,000 for patient-facing mHealth app
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5. Specialty Virtual Clinics
Description: Purpose-built telemedicine platforms for specific medical specialties or conditions.
Specialty Examples:
- Mental health/behavioral health platforms
- Dermatology visual examination
- GLP-1 virtual clinics for weight management
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Radiology remote interpretation
- Urgent care on-demand visits
Cost: $200,000 – $500,000 for comprehensive specialty platform
Essential Telemedicine App Features
Patient-Facing Features
Registration and Profile Management:
- Secure patient registration
- Medical history questionnaires
- Insurance card scanning and verification
- Consent forms and e-signatures
- Family member profiles
- Notification preferences
Appointment Management:
- Provider search by specialty, location, language
- Real-time availability viewing
- Appointment scheduling
- Automated reminders (SMS, email, push)
- Rescheduling and cancellation
- Waitlist management
Virtual Visits:
- One-tap video consultation launch
- Audio-only option
- In-visit messaging
- Screen sharing for education
- Visit recording (with consent)
- Technical support access
Health Records Access:
- View visit history
- Access lab results and reports
- Download medical records
- Share records with other providers
- Immunization tracking
- Allergy and medication lists
Payment and Billing:
- Copay collection before visits
- Payment method storage
- Insurance claim submission
- Billing statement access
- Payment plan options
- Receipt downloads
Provider-Facing Features
Clinical Workflow:
- Provider dashboard with schedule
- Patient chart review before visits
- Video consultation interface
- Clinical note documentation
- AI-assisted documentation
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Electronic prescribing (eRx)
- Lab and imaging orders
- Referral generation
Patient Management:
- Patient queue management
- Triage and prioritization
- Follow-up scheduling
- Care team collaboration
- Patient education delivery
- Outcome tracking
Administrative Tools:
- Provider credentialing tracking
- License verification across states
- Availability and schedule management
- Billing and coding support
- Quality metrics and reporting
- Peer consultation capabilities
Integration Features:
- EHR integration for data sync
- E-prescribing network connectivity
- Lab result integration
- Practice management system sync
- Revenue cycle automation
- Health information exchange (HIE)
Administrative Features
User Management:
- Role-based access controls
- Provider credentialing workflow
- Staff permissions management
- Patient consent tracking
- Audit trail and logging
Scheduling and Operations:
- Multi-provider calendar management
- Appointment type configuration
- Time slot and availability rules
- Automated slot filling
- No-show tracking and management
- Utilization reporting
Billing and Revenue:
- CPT/ICD-10 coding support
- Claim generation and submission
- Payment processing
- Insurance eligibility verification
- Denial management
- Revenue reporting and analytics
Compliance and Security:
- HIPAA compliance monitoring
- Security audit logs
- Incident reporting
- Business Associate Agreement (BAA) management
- Privacy policy enforcement
- Data retention policies
Analytics and Reporting:
- Visit volume and trends
- Provider productivity metrics
- Patient satisfaction scores
- Financial performance
- Quality measures
- Population health analytics
Technology Stack for Telemedicine Apps
Video Conferencing Solutions
Twilio Video:
- Pros: HIPAA-compliant, flexible API, excellent documentation, global infrastructure
- Cons: Can be expensive at scale
- Best for: Custom-built telehealth platforms
- Cost: $0.004 per participant minute
Zoom for Healthcare:
- Pros: Familiar interface, HIPAA-compliant version, strong reliability
- Cons: Less customizable, ongoing compliance scrutiny
- Best for: Quick deployment, provider familiarity
- Cost: $200+ per provider per month
Vonage Video API (formerly TokBox):
- Pros: Robust API, good mobile support, reasonable pricing
- Cons: Less healthcare-specific features
- Best for: Mobile-first telemedicine apps
- Cost: $0.004 per participant minute
Agora.io:
- Pros: Low latency, excellent mobile performance, cost-effective
- Cons: Less established in healthcare
- Best for: High-volume, mobile-centric platforms
- Cost: $0.0015 per minute
Custom WebRTC Implementation:
- Pros: Full control, no per-minute fees, complete customization
- Cons: Complex to build and maintain, requires expertise
- Best for: Large organizations with technical resources
- Cost: $150,000+ development, infrastructure costs ongoing
Mobile App Development Frameworks
Native Development (Swift/Kotlin):
- Best performance and user experience
- Full access to device features
- Platform-specific design guidelines
- Higher development cost (2x codebases)
- Longer development timeline
React Native:
- Single codebase for iOS and Android
- Near-native performance
- Large developer community
- Good for healthcare apps with complex UIs
- Cost: 30-40% less than native
Flutter:
- Excellent performance
- Beautiful, customizable UIs
- Growing healthcare adoption
- Single codebase
- Cost: 30-40% less than native
Review our healthcare mobile app development guide for detailed platform comparison.
Backend Infrastructure
Cloud Platforms:
- AWS (Amazon Web Services) – Most popular, HIPAA-eligible with BAA, comprehensive services
- Microsoft Azure – Strong healthcare presence, excellent compliance tools, Microsoft integration
- Google Cloud Platform – Good AI/ML capabilities, HIPAA-compliant, competitive pricing
Key Infrastructure Components:
- Compute: EC2, Azure VMs, Google Compute Engine
- Database: RDS (PostgreSQL/MySQL), DynamoDB, Azure SQL
- Storage: S3, Azure Blob Storage, Google Cloud Storage
- CDN: CloudFront, Azure CDN, Cloudflare
- Message Queue: SQS, Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ
Security and Compliance Tools
Encryption:
- TLS 1.2+ for data in transit
- AES-256 for data at rest
- End-to-end encryption for video
- Tokenization for payment data
Authentication:
- OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID)
- Single Sign-On (SSO) integration
Compliance Monitoring:
- AWS CloudTrail for audit logs
- Azure Security Center
- Compliance automation tools
- Vulnerability scanning
- Penetration testing
Our HIPAA-compliant development services ensure comprehensive security implementation.
Regulatory Compliance for Telemedicine
HIPAA Compliance Requirements
Technical Safeguards:
- Encryption: TLS 1.2+ in transit, AES-256 at rest
- Access Controls: Unique user IDs, automatic logoff, encryption/decryption
- Audit Controls: Comprehensive logging of PHI access
- Integrity Controls: Data validation, checksums
- Transmission Security: Encrypted communication channels
Administrative Safeguards:
- Security Management Process: Risk analysis, risk management, sanction policy
- Security Personnel: Designated security official
- Workforce Training: HIPAA awareness and compliance training
- Evaluation: Regular security assessments
- Business Associate Agreements: BAAs with all vendors handling PHI
Physical Safeguards:
- Facility Access Controls: Limited physical access to servers
- Workstation Security: Automatic screen locks, device encryption
- Device Controls: Media disposal, device tracking
Privacy Requirements:
- Notice of Privacy Practices: Patient notification
- Patient Rights: Access, amendment, accounting of disclosures
- Minimum Necessary: Limit PHI access to essential personnel
- Breach Notification: Reporting within 60 days
Taction maintains zero HIPAA violations across 785+ healthcare applications through rigorous HIPAA-compliant development practices.
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State Licensing and Credentialing
Provider Licensing:
- Providers must be licensed in patient’s location
- Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) streamlines multi-state licensure
- State-specific telemedicine regulations vary
- Credentialing with insurance networks required
Prescribing Regulations:
- State-specific controlled substance prescribing rules
- Ryan Haight Act restrictions on initial controlled substance prescriptions
- DEA registration requirements
- State prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMP)
Reimbursement Compliance:
- Medicare telehealth coverage rules
- State Medicaid telemedicine policies
- Commercial payer requirements
- Proper modifier use (95, GT, GQ)
- Place of service codes (02, 10)
FDA Considerations
Medical Device Determination:
- Clinical decision support may be regulated
- Diagnostic tools subject to FDA oversight
- Patient monitoring devices require clearance
- General wellness apps typically not regulated
Most basic telemedicine platforms are not considered medical devices, but specialty applications with diagnostic or treatment capabilities may require FDA clearance.
Telemedicine App Development Process
Phase 1: Discovery and Planning (Weeks 1-4)
Activities:
- Define target users and use cases
- Document clinical workflows
- Identify regulatory requirements
- Competitive analysis and market research
- Technology stack selection
- Create product roadmap and MVP scope
Deliverables:
- Product requirements document
- User personas and journey maps
- Technical architecture diagram
- Compliance checklist
- Project timeline and budget
- Risk assessment
Phase 2: Design (Weeks 5-10)
Activities:
- UX research and wireframing
- Visual design and branding
- Prototype development
- User testing with patients and providers
- Design system creation
- Accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1)
Deliverables:
- Wireframes for all screens
- High-fidelity mockups
- Interactive prototype
- Design system documentation
- User testing report
- Final design specifications
Best Practices:
- Follow healthcare mobile app design principles
- Prioritize simplicity for elderly users
- Optimize for one-handed mobile use
- Minimize steps to start video consultations
- Clear visual hierarchy for clinical data
Phase 3: Development (Weeks 11-26)
Backend Development:
- Database schema design
- RESTful API development
- Video integration implementation
- EHR integration connectors
- Payment processing integration
- Authentication and authorization
- Push notification service
- Admin portal development
Mobile App Development:
- iOS app development
- Android app development
- Video SDK integration
- Offline functionality
- Push notifications
- App analytics integration
- Crash reporting
Web Application Development:
- Responsive web design
- Provider dashboard
- Patient portal
- Admin interface
- Reporting and analytics
Testing:
- Unit testing (90%+ code coverage)
- Integration testing
- End-to-end testing
- Security testing
- Performance and load testing
- Accessibility testing
- Cross-browser/device testing
Phase 4: Compliance and Certification (Weeks 27-30)
Activities:
- HIPAA security risk assessment
- Penetration testing
- Vulnerability scanning
- Third-party security audit
- Privacy policy and terms of service
- Business Associate Agreements
- SOC 2 Type II preparation (if needed)
Deliverables:
- Security assessment report
- Compliance attestation
- Signed BAAs with vendors
- Privacy documentation
- Security incident response plan
- Data breach notification procedures
Phase 5: Deployment and Launch (Weeks 31-34)
Activities:
- Production environment setup
- App store submission (Apple App Store, Google Play)
- Provider onboarding and training
- Marketing and patient acquisition
- Customer support setup
- Monitoring and alerting configuration
Deliverables:
- Live production application
- Published mobile apps
- Training materials and videos
- Marketing collateral
- Support documentation
- Monitoring dashboards
Total Timeline: 34 weeks (8 months) for comprehensive telemedicine platform
Total Cost: $250,000 – $600,000 depending on scope and features
Taction’s TURBO Advantage: Our framework reduces timeline to 20-24 weeks through pre-built HIPAA-compliant components and telemedicine templates.
Follow our 5 steps to build a healthcare app methodology for systematic development.
Monetization Models for Telemedicine
1. Subscription Model
Patient Subscriptions:
- Monthly membership ($10-$50/month)
- Unlimited or limited consultations
- Access to specific provider network
- Additional services (prescriptions, lab orders)
Provider Subscriptions:
- SaaS pricing per provider ($100-$300/month)
- Platform access and tools
- EHR integration included
- Payment processing fees separate
Pros: Predictable recurring revenue, high customer lifetime value
Cons: Requires large user base, patient acquisition costs
2. Per-Visit Fee Model
Consumer Pays:
- $30-$75 per consultation
- Specialist visits: $100-$200
- Urgent care visits: $50-$100
- Mental health sessions: $80-$150
Platform Commission:
- 20-30% of visit fee
- Provider keeps 70-80%
- Platform handles payment processing
Pros: Simple pricing, easy to understand, no commitment
Cons: Variable revenue, seasonal fluctuations
3. B2B Enterprise Model
Employer/Health Plan Sales:
- Per-employee-per-month (PEPM): $2-$8
- Covers all employees and dependents
- Unlimited or capped visit volume
- Reporting and analytics included
Healthcare System Licensing:
- Platform license: $50,000-$500,000 annually
- Based on organization size
- White-label options
- Custom integration services
Pros: Large contract values, stable revenue
Cons: Long sales cycles, complex contracting
4. Hybrid Model
Combination approach:
- Base subscription fee
- Reduced per-visit fees
- Premium features upsell
- Insurance billing for reimbursed visits
Marketing and Patient Acquisition
Digital Marketing Strategies
Search Engine Optimization (SEO):
- Optimize for “telemedicine near me”
- Local SEO for provider locations
- Content marketing (health blogs)
- Mobile optimization critical
Paid Advertising:
- Google Ads for high-intent searches
- Facebook/Instagram for awareness
- Retargeting campaigns
- Cost per acquisition: $50-$200
App Store Optimization (ASO):
- Keyword optimization
- Compelling screenshots and videos
- Positive reviews and ratings
- Regular updates and engagement
Partnership Strategies
Employer Partnerships:
- Workplace wellness programs
- Benefits integration
- On-site promotion
- Direct enrollment
Health Plan Partnerships:
- Network inclusion
- Preferred telehealth benefit
- Care management integration
- Value-based care alignment
Healthcare System Partnerships:
- White-label solutions
- Care coordination
- Referral networks
- Population health management
Provider Recruitment
Attracting Providers:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling
- Technology that reduces burden
- Support and training
- Liability coverage
Credentialing:
- Streamlined onboarding process
- Multi-state licensure support
- Insurance network credentialing
- Ongoing compliance management
Measuring Telemedicine Success
Clinical Metrics
Quality of Care:
- Patient outcomes by condition
- Medication adherence rates
- Follow-up compliance
- Hospital readmission rates
- Preventable ER visits avoided
Provider Performance:
- Visit completion rate
- Documentation quality scores
- Patient satisfaction by provider
- Average visit duration
- Diagnostic accuracy
Operational Metrics
Utilization:
- Monthly active users (patients and providers)
- Visit volume and trends
- No-show rate (target: <5%)
- Average wait time
- Peak usage times
Efficiency:
- Time to first available appointment
- Provider utilization rate (target: 70%+)
- Technical support tickets
- App crash rate (target: <0.1%)
Financial Metrics
Revenue:
- Monthly recurring revenue (MRR)
- Revenue per user
- Lifetime value (LTV)
- Payer mix and reimbursement rates
- Revenue per provider
Costs:
- Customer acquisition cost (CAC)
- LTV:CAC ratio (target: 3:1+)
- Infrastructure costs per user
- Provider compensation per visit
- Marketing spend efficiency
User Experience Metrics
Engagement:
- App opens per user per month
- Feature usage rates
- Session duration
- Return visit rate
- Referral rate
Satisfaction:
- Net Promoter Score (NPS) – target: 50+
- Patient satisfaction (target: 4.5/5+)
- Provider satisfaction
- App store ratings (target: 4.5/5+)
- Customer support CSAT
Review our healthcare app cost guide for comprehensive ROI modeling.
Advanced Telemedicine Features
AI and Automation
- Pre-visit symptom assessment
- Appointment scheduling
- Medication reminders
- FAQs and patient education
- Post-visit follow-up
Clinical Decision Support:
- Diagnosis suggestions based on symptoms
- Treatment protocol recommendations
- Drug interaction checking
- Evidence-based medicine integration
- Automated insurance verification
- Claims processing and submission
- Revenue cycle automation
- Robotic process automation (RPA) for repetitive tasks
Multi-Language Support
Internationalization:
- UI translation for major languages
- Right-to-left language support
- Currency and date format localization
Live Interpretation:
- Video interpretation services integration
- Real-time caption translation
- Multilingual provider matching
Accessibility Features
Visual Accessibility:
- Screen reader compatibility
- High contrast mode
- Adjustable font sizes
- Color blind-friendly design
Motor Accessibility:
- Voice navigation
- Simplified touch targets
- Keyboard navigation support
Hearing Accessibility:
- Closed captioning for videos
- Visual alerts and notifications
- TTY compatibility
Choosing a Telemedicine Development Partner
When evaluating healthcare app developers, consider:
Telemedicine Expertise:
- Previous telehealth platform development
- Understanding of clinical workflows
- Video technology integration experience
- Multi-specialty platform knowledge
Healthcare Compliance:
- HIPAA implementation expertise
- Zero violation track record
- Security best practices
- Regulatory knowledge (state licensing, reimbursement)
Technical Capabilities:
- Mobile app development expertise
- Video platform integration
- EHR integration experience
- Cloud infrastructure and scalability
- Real-time communication systems
Design Excellence:
- User-centered design process
- Healthcare UX expertise
- Accessibility compliance
- Cross-platform consistency
Support and Maintenance:
- 24/7 technical support
- Ongoing updates and improvements
- Compliance monitoring
- Performance optimization
- Scalability planning
Taction Software offers comprehensive healthcare software development including end-to-end telemedicine solutions.
Why Healthcare Organizations Choose Taction Software
20+ Years Healthcare App Expertise
Building HIPAA-compliant applications since before telemedicine became mainstream.
785+ Successful Implementations
Delivered telemedicine platforms for hospitals, health systems, specialty practices, and telehealth startups.
Zero HIPAA Violations
Perfect compliance record across two decades and hundreds of healthcare applications.
Complete Telemedicine Solutions
From patient-facing apps to provider tools, EHR integration, billing, and analytics.
Recognized Industry Leader
Listed among top AI healthcare software development companies for innovation.
TURBO Development Framework
Proprietary methodology delivering telemedicine apps 40% faster through pre-built components.
Multi-Platform Expertise
Native iOS, Android, web, and cross-platform development capabilities.
Comprehensive Integration
Expert EHR integration with Epic, Cerner, Athena, and all major platforms.
End-to-End Services
Strategy, design, development, deployment, compliance, marketing, and ongoing support.
Multi-Location Support
Offices in Chicago, Wyoming, Texas, California, and India providing 24/7 coverage.
Ready to launch your telemedicine platform? Schedule a free consultation with our telehealth experts.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Costs range from $150,000 for basic video consultation platforms to $600,000+ for comprehensive multi-specialty telemedicine systems. Factors include platform scope (iOS, Android, web), feature complexity (basic video vs. full clinical workflows), EHR integration requirements, custom vs. pre-built video solutions, and specialty-specific functionality. Ongoing costs include hosting ($500-$5,000/month), video infrastructure ($0.001-$0.004 per minute), and maintenance (15-20% annually). Review our telemedicine cost guide for detailed budgeting.
A: Timeline varies by scope. MVP with basic video: 4-5 months. Full-featured platform with EHR integration: 6-8 months. Multi-specialty enterprise solution: 9-12 months. Taction’s TURBO framework reduces timelines by 30-40% through pre-built HIPAA-compliant components, video integration templates, and EHR connectors. Following our healthcare development process ensures efficient delivery.
A: Video can be HIPAA compliant with proper implementation. Requirements include end-to-end encryption, Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with video provider, secure authentication, comprehensive audit logging, and encrypted data storage. Platforms like Twilio Video, Zoom for Healthcare, and Vonage offer HIPAA-compliant versions. Consumer platforms (FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp) are NOT HIPAA-compliant. Taction ensures full compliance across all communication channels.
A: Yes. We integrate with all major EHRs including Epic, Cerner, Athena, Allscripts, and NextGen using FHIR APIs for real-time data access, HL7 v2.x messaging for clinical data exchange, SMART on FHIR for authentication, and custom APIs where needed. Integration enables automatic patient data retrieval, clinical note documentation back to EHR, e-prescribing through EHR, appointment synchronization, and billing code submission. See our EHR integration guide.
A: Key requirements include provider licensing in patient’s state (or use of Interstate Medical Licensure Compact), DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing (with state-specific restrictions), HIPAA compliance for all communications, informed consent for telemedicine services, medical record documentation, and proper reimbursement coding. Requirements vary by state—some require initial in-person visit, others allow fully virtual care. We help navigate 50-state regulatory landscape.
A: Apps integrate with e-prescribing networks (Surescripts, RxNT) to send prescriptions electronically to patient’s pharmacy of choice, check drug interactions and allergies, access medication history, verify insurance formulary, and comply with controlled substance regulations. Ryan Haight Act restricts initial controlled substance prescriptions without in-person exam (with COVID-era and other exceptions). State laws vary on what can be prescribed via telemedicine.
