Detection and remediation of medically urgent situations using telemedicine case management for older patients with diabetes mellitus.

Izquierdo, Roberto; Meyer, Suzanne; Starren, Justin; Goland, Robin; Teresi, Jeanne; Shea, Steven; Weinstock, Ruth S

Detection and remediation of medically urgent situations using telemedicine case management for older patients with diabetes mellitus.

Date

2008-05-19

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Abstract

Detection and response to medically urgent situations in patients with diabetes mellitus can improve the process and outcomes of care and potentially decrease morbidity and mortality We examined the detection and remediation of medically urgent situations among older patients receiving telemedicine case management for diabetes