[TeleCOVID Hessen: implications for the development of new indication areas]

During the SARS-CoV‑2 pandemic, the TeleCOVID application was developed in Hessen to connect the intensive care units via telemedicine. After successful implementation, the application should be extended to other indication areas in intensive care medicine.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate other indications for which the application can be used and which technical requirements are associated with this.

To answer these questions, guideline-based expert interviews were conducted, which were evaluated using a qualitative content analysis.

The survey showed that TeleCOVID can be extended to other indication areas in intensive care. Numerous technical requirements were formulated that should be specifically considered when the application is further developed.

The telemedical networking of intensive care units generates added value for the actors involved. However, it is important that the data is collected in the best possible standardized and structured way. The communication process should be automated wherever possible to minimise the workload for the participating persons.