| Key Question | Proposed Methods | Included Studies Designs | Synthesis or Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. What are the characteristics of patient, provider, and health systems using telehealth during the COVID-19 era, specifically? | Narrative Review | Large-scale, US-based studies based on claims or EHR data* | Descriptive statistics |
| 2. What are the benefits and harms of telehealth during the COVID-19 era? | Systematic Review |
Study designs: RCT, CT, observational studies | Systematic Review |
| 3. What is considered a successful telehealth intervention during the COVID-19 era? | Qualitative evidence synthesis | Qualitative research, and surveys |
Matrix of perspectives and outcomes Convergent segregated approach |
| 4. What strategies have been used to implement telehealth interventions during the COVID-19 era? |
Systematic Review Qualitative evidence synthesis |
Study designs: Systematic Review: RCT, CT, observational studies, process evaluation studies (i.e., identifying/addressing barriers/facilitators; populations to target; mechanisms for success/failure) | Systematic review results |
CT = controlled trial; EHR = electronic health record; RCT = randomized controlled trial
We listed studies of other types, and from other countries.
From: Appendix A, Methods
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