Cost Effectiveness Research

The Cost Effectiveness Research topic includes research that compares the costs of medical care and public health approaches with the health benefits they produce. It examines treatments, interventions, programs, and policies using outcomes such as illnesses prevented, longer life, or better quality of life.

An approach that costs more may also provide greater health benefits. Comparing both costs and outcomes helps clarify what is gained from the resources used. This evidence can inform decisions about how to use health care resources and which approaches offer value for patients and populations.