Dictionary
The Dictionary provides concise definitions of health economics terms, arranged alphabetically for quick reference. Use it to understand unfamiliar terminology or confirm the meaning of a specific term.
B
- Best Practice IdentificationBest Practice Discovery, Leading Method Identification
- The process of systematically identifying methods that have consistently demonstrated superior results, through rigorous evidence review and professional consensus.
C
- Clinical Effectiveness ReviewClinical Evidence Review, Efficacy Review
- A systematic evaluation of available clinical evidence regarding a technology's efficacy and safety, foundational to a broader assessment.
E
- Economic ReviewEconomic Evidence Review, Cost-Effectiveness Review
- An evaluation of the economic evidence, including a submitted cost-effectiveness analysis, typically conducted by an independent technical reviewer.
- Evidence AssessmentStructured Evidence Review, Evidence Evaluation Process
- The overall process of identifying, evaluating, and synthesising available research evidence to inform a clinical or health economic decision.
- Evidence ReviewAssessment-Question Review, Research Evidence Appraisal
- A systematic evaluation of available research evidence relevant to a specific assessment question, following established systematic review methodology.
- Evidence Review GroupERG, Academic Assessment Team
- An independent academic team commissioned to critically evaluate a manufacturer's submitted evidence, informing the appraisal committee's deliberations.
G
- Guidance DocumentAssessment Guidance, Recommendation Document
- The formal written output of an assessment process, presenting the evidence review, analysis, and final funding recommendation for a technology.
M
- Manufacturer ResponseCompany Response, Sponsor Response
- A formal reply from a manufacturer addressing questions or criticisms raised during an assessment process, typically after an evidence review.