Chong Yau Ong MMed(FM) , Angus Jun Jie Ng BSc , Sarah Yu Juan Ang BSc , Jean Mui Hua Lee MBBS
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Abstract
Objective
We aimed to estimate travel-related time and cost savings from the use of telemedicine for an inpatient hospital-at-home program.
Methods
This was a retrospective study on the initial data obtained from a newly implemented hospital-at-home program from June 26, 2023, to March 31, 2024. Time cost savings were calculated based on difference between time spent on teleconsultation versus time needed to travel a round trip to patients’ homes to conduct physical consultation via home visit. Travel distances were calculated based on the distance of patient’s homes from the hospital.
Results
There were 505 teleconsultations (497 scheduled, 8 unscheduled) delivered throughout 132 enrollments. Total travel distance saved was 4022 km. Total time savings was 18 707 minutes or 13.0 days. Total trip cost savings were Singapore dollars 4618.70.
Conclusions
Despite being a newly introduced program, utilization of telemedicine in delivery of hospital-at-home showed time savings for the clinicians, cost savings from the distance needed to travel otherwise. Incorporation of telemedicine in hospital-at-home delivery demonstrated time and distance savings even at the pilot phase of program.
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