Telehealth & Remote Patient Monitoring Compliance Checklist #49

This checklist supports healthcare organizations delivering telehealth and remote patient monitoring services, ensuring compliance with CMS telehealth guidance, HIPAA privacy and security requirements, and clinical quality standards for virtual care.

Industry: Healthcare
Frequency: Monthly
Estimated Time: 25-35 minutes
Role: Telehealth Program Manager / Compliance Officer
Total Items: 35
Compliance: CMS Telehealth Services Guidance, HIPAA Privacy Rule 45 CFR 164, HIPAA Security Rule 45 CFR 164 Subpart C, NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls, State Telehealth Practice Regulations

Program Governance & Policy

Verify telehealth governance and policies.

Telehealth policies current and approved?
Provider licensure verified for patient location?
Scope of services clearly defined?
Photo of policy repository (if applicable)
Notes

Patient Consent & Communication

Ensure patient consent and communication.

Telehealth consent obtained and documented?
Privacy notice provided to patient?
Technology requirements explained to patient?
Photo of consent documentation
Notes

Platform & Technology Security

Assess platform security and reliability.

Data encrypted in transit and at rest?
Access controls and authentication in place?
Platform uptime and performance monitored?
Photo of system dashboard
Notes

Remote Patient Monitoring Devices

Verify RPM device management.

RPM devices validated and approved?
Patients trained on device use?
Patient data reviewed per protocol?
Photo of RPM device kit
Notes

Clinical Quality & Safety

Assess quality of virtual care.

Clinical protocols followed?
Escalation pathways defined?
Clinical outcomes tracked?
Photo of quality dashboard
Notes

Documentation & Billing

Ensure documentation and billing compliance.

Telehealth visits documented timely?
Billing compliant with payer rules?
Records retained per policy?
Photo of documentation system
Notes

QAPI & Incident Reporting

Ensure quality oversight.

Security/clinical incidents reported?
Patient complaints reviewed?
Included in QAPI program?
Photo evidence (if applicable)
Notes

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Why Use This Telehealth & Remote Patient Monitoring Compliance Checklist #49?

This telehealth & remote patient monitoring compliance checklist #49 helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for telehealth program manager / compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 35 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with CMS Telehealth Services Guidance, HIPAA Privacy Rule 45 CFR 164, HIPAA Security Rule 45 CFR 164 Subpart C, NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls, State Telehealth Practice Regulations. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Telehealth & Remote Patient Monitoring Compliance Checklist #49 cover?

This checklist covers 35 inspection items across 7 sections: Program Governance & Policy, Patient Consent & Communication, Platform & Technology Security, Remote Patient Monitoring Devices, Clinical Quality & Safety, Documentation & Billing, QAPI & Incident Reporting. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 25-35 minutes.

Who should use this Telehealth & Remote Patient Monitoring Compliance Checklist #49?

This checklist is designed for Telehealth Program Manager / Compliance Officer professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.