This document discusses how telemedicine can help address challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It describes how telemedicine allows for efficient screening of patients through direct-to-consumer access to physicians via video calls or online intake forms. It also discusses how telemedicine can be used to monitor hospitalized patients remotely and allow specialists to consult on cases virtually. The barriers to increased telemedicine use include reimbursement policies, licensing issues, and the need for coordinated testing. However, health systems that already utilize telemedicine are well positioned to leverage these resources to treat COVID-19 patients while limiting exposure.