Maximizing Value with CTeL Membership

Primary Use Case

Member Profile:
A mid-sized telehealth organization with a growing need to stay ahead of complex legal and regulatory challenges in the rapidly evolving telehealth landscape.

Challenge:
The organization sought access to comprehensive telehealth legal and regulatory guidance, regular updates on policy changes, and meaningful connections with decision-makers and experts in the field—all within a cost-effective budget.

Solution: CTeL Membership

For $10,000 annually, the organization enrolled three team members in CTeL’s membership program, unlocking access to a suite of critical resources:

• Legal & Regulatory Compliance Information:
  CTeL’s members-only portal, legal resource team, advisory board and additional services provided up-to-date information on telehealth policies, regulations, and compliance guidelines, helping the team navigate legal requirements efficiently and avoid costly missteps.

  • Hiring external legal counsel or compliance consultants to navigate telehealth regulations can cost tens of thousands of dollars annually, with hourly rates ranging from $250 to $1,000. Even a single compliance misstep can result in costly fines or legal challenges.

• Summits & Webinars:
  The organization participated in CTeL’s Annual Summits and monthly webinars, gaining insights from industry experts, regulators, and policymakers on the latest trends and updates in telehealth policy. These sessions equipped them with the knowledge to adapt quickly and implement best practices.

  • Industry conferences, summits, and webinars typically cost anywhere from $500 to $2,000 per attendee. Participation in multiple events throughout the year could easily surpass $10,000 for a small team.

• Working Groups:
  By attending exclusive working groups, the team engaged in in-depth discussions on niche regulatory topics and contributed to the development of telehealth policy solutions alongside industry peers.

  • Developing internal telehealth expertise through training programs, educational tools, or hiring specialized staff can require significant resources.

• Regional Chapter Connections:
  Through CTeL’s regional chapters, the team networked with local telehealth professionals, exchanging ideas and solutions tailored to their specific region’s healthcare landscape. This regional connection helped them stay competitive and informed on local policy changes.

  • Attending local or regional telehealth events and conferences incurs separate travel, registration, and membership costs, which can add up throughout the year.

• Breaking Policy News:
  CTeL’s policy alerts provided real-time updates on new telehealth regulations, reimbursement changes, and congressional developments, ensuring that the team remained informed and ahead of any changes affecting their operations.

  • Monitoring ever-changing telehealth regulations can require hiring full-time staff or using expensive third-party policy monitoring services.

• Access to Congressional & Policy Change-Makers:
  The membership allowed direct connections with policymakers and congressional leaders through CTeL-hosted meetings, offering the organization a seat at the table to voice concerns and influence future legislative developments.

Outcome:
For an affordable cost of $10,000 per year, the organization’s three-member team received high-value access to legal insights, cutting-edge telehealth knowledge, and unparalleled networking opportunities. This membership not only helped the organization remain compliant and informed but also positioned them as a proactive leader in shaping the future of telehealth policy.