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Outcomes and Impacts of 10-Year HTA Implementation in Taiwan

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 February 2019

Kai-Ling Kao ,
Li-Ying Huang ,
Yen-Hui Wu  and
Churn-Shiouh Gau
Kai-Ling Kao
Affiliation:
Division of Health Technology Assessment, Center for Drug Evaluation, Taiwan
Li-Ying Huang*
Affiliation:
Division of Health Technology Assessment, Center for Drug Evaluation, Taiwan
Yen-Hui Wu
Affiliation:
Division of Health Technology Assessment, Center for Drug Evaluation, Taiwan
Churn-Shiouh Gau*
Affiliation:
Executive Director Office, Center for Drug Evaluation, Taiwan
*
Author for correspondence: Li-Ying Huang, E-mail: lyhuang277@cde.org.tw; Churn-Shiouh Gau, E-mail: csgau206@cde.org.tw
Author for correspondence: Li-Ying Huang, E-mail: lyhuang277@cde.org.tw; Churn-Shiouh Gau, E-mail: csgau206@cde.org.tw
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Abstract

Objectives

In 2007, Taiwan began conducting health technology assessments (HTA) to support the National Health Insurance Administration (NHIA) in its reimbursement decisions for drugs, medical devices, and medical services.

Methods

In this study, the development, missions, and procedures of the implementation of HTA in Taiwan are briefly introduced. Moreover, the value of HTA is examined by reviewing the outcomes and impacts of recent HTA-related research projects, which are classified into five categories: (i) pharmaceutical products, (ii) medical procedures, (iii) medical devices, (iv) health policy, and (v) social care.

Results

Overall, the 10-year implementation of HTA has not only supported the government's decision making but also enhanced patient care. Furthermore, patient evidence has been highlighted, and patient care pathways have been transformed through patient involvement in HTA.

Conclusions

In conclusion, HTA's value has been determined by both government and social aspects in Taiwan.

Keywords

Health technology assessmentHTAHTA impactHealth careReimbursement decision
Type
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Information
International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care , Volume 35 , Issue 6 , 2019 , pp. 441 - 445
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2019

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