Table 4.

Referral outcomes of electronic consultations as reported by primary care providers

RESULT OF ELECTRONIC CONSULTATIONNO. OF CASESPERCENTAGE OF CASES
I was able to confirm a course of action that I originally had in mind3627.9
I got good advice for a new or additional course of action that I will be implementing8868.2
I got good advice for a new or additional course of action that I am not able to implement43.1
None of the above10.8
Referral was originally contemplated but now avoided at this stage4232.6
Referral was originally contemplated and is still needed2922.5
Referral was not originally contemplated and is still not needed5038.8
Referral was not originally contemplated, but electronic consultation resulted in a referral being initiated43.1
Other43.1