"This report arises from implementation of telehealth programs by Open Door Community Health Centers (Open Door) through funding from HealthCare Foundation's (CHCF) Telemedicine to Improve Access & Efficiency in California Clinic Networks project. The purpose of this financial analysis is to provide guidance to other CHCs that are considering implementing telehealth. This analysis offers a framework for the budgeting and sustainability of a telehealth program through presentation of real economic data from Open Door's existing programs."

Source: Chelius, L., 2010. California HealthCare Foundation.