Thresholds for the value judgement of health technologies in the United Arab Emirates: a consensus approach through voting sessions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the evolving healthcare landscape of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), establishing cost-effectiveness thresholds (CETs) is pivotal to informing decision-makers about the value of health technologies.

Objective

This study aimed to establish CETs for the UAE that harmonise with international standards while reflecting the nation's unique healthcare needs and economic context.

Setting

United Arab Emirates.

Methods

A multitiered methodology was employed, involving a literature review, a panel of national experts and workshops with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government health departments and healthcare payers. The panel and workshops were integral in assessing global CET practices and their applicability to the UAE providing a pre

SUBMITTER: Aldallal S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11535693 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature