Sample Emergency Department Policy for Pediatric Telehealth and Telemedicine Consultation

Resource Overview

• Sample ED policy outlining standardized use of telehealth for pediatric subspecialty, critical care, and behavioral health consultation.
• Defines indications, roles, consent, documentation requirements, and technology standards for secure remote care.
• Includes guidance for workflow integration, quality monitoring, compliance, and performance improvement.

How to Use This Resource

• Adapt consultation criteria, consent language, and documentation processes to align with your state laws, credentialing requirements, and telehealth platforms.
• Incorporate telemedicine workflows into ED protocols, staff training, and escalation pathways for pediatric patients.
• Use as a framework to monitor consult utilization, transfer avoidance, response times, and family/provider satisfaction.