Research

At CTeL, we conduct cutting-edge research, develop comprehensive educational resources, and inform policymakers and healthcare professionals about the benefits and challenges of digital health. Our mission is to shape a legal and policy landscape that empowers technology to enhance patient outcomes and improve the delivery of healthcare services. Through impartial, scholarly research and expert insights, we support the creation of forward-thinking policies that drive digital health innovation and elevate the well-being of individuals and communities.

We aim to create a dynamic platform for stakeholders to access groundbreaking research and collaborate on policies that promote technological advancements while safeguarding patient access to quality care and ensuring equitable compensation for clinicians. Our members benefit from practical, actionable research, access to a digital health marketplace, networking opportunities, and exclusive updates on regulatory and legal developments.

We proudly produce two distinct types of research: policy analysis and academic studies, both rigorously peer-reviewed to meet the highest standards of excellence.

CTeL membership offers exclusive access to these in-depth research studies, and our real-time legislative tracker, keeping you informed and ahead of the curve in digital health policy. For more details on how CTeL membership can benefit you, visit our Membership page.

Policy Research and Reports

  • Weekly Policy Analysis

  • Fact Sheets and Resources

  • Cost Impact Study

  • 50 State Surveys

    • Medicare/Medicaid Reimbursement

    • Prescribing of Controlled Substances via Telehealth

    • Informed Consent

    • Payment Parity

    • Collaborative Oversight Requirements

National Consortium of Telehealth Resource Centers: Organizes and catalogs state and regional telehealth resource centers. 

Center for Connected Health Policy (CCHP): Resources and research on telehealth policy at the state and federal levels. 

Reproductive Health Initiative for Telehealth Equity & Solutions (RHITES): Serves as a resource and convener among the telehealth and reproductive health, rights, and justice communities to bridge equity gaps and integrate equitable policy and advocacy strategies in reproductive telehealth solutions. 

Federation of State Medical Boards: Provides comprehensive resources, data access, and legislative advocacy to advance and promote the work of state medical boards 

Interstate Medical Licensure Compact: Offers a voluntary, expedited pathway to licensure for qualified physicians 

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Interested in Joining CTeL as a Policy Research Fellow?

The CTeL Policy Research Fellowship at is a prestigious, multidisciplinary program designed for emerging leaders and scholars who are passionate about shaping the future of telehealth through innovative research and policy analysis. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research at the intersection of legal, regulatory, policy, and data science, with the goal of advancing telehealth practices and policies on a national and global scale.

Fellows will delve into the complex legal and regulatory frameworks that govern telehealth, exploring key issues such as licensure, reimbursement, privacy, and interstate practice. The program also emphasizes policy development, offering fellows the chance to contribute to the creation of policies that enhance access to and the quality of telehealth services. Additionally, fellows will leverage data science to analyze trends, outcomes, and the impact of telehealth on public health, providing evidence-based insights to inform decision-making.

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