The Implications of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Medical Technology. Background Paper No. 2: Case Studies of Medical Technologies. Case Study No. 14: Cost Benefit/Cost Effectiveness of Medical Technologies. A Case Study of Orthopedic Joint Implants

摘要

The purpose of this study is the assessment of the feasibility and potential and usefulness of undertaking cost-effectiveness/cost-benefit analysis (CEA/CBA) of orthopedic joint prostheses. The two specific questions addressed are the following: It is feasible to carefully and completely evaluate the orthopedic joint implant technology within a CEA/CBA framework. How could such an evaluation be useful in formulating public policy (e.g., regarding reimbursement practices, research and development funding, safety and efficacy regulation, capital controls, and medical manpower distribution).