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Research Workbook 9: Health Economics
Research Workbook 9: Health Economics

 Author: Scott
 ISBN: 9780850842999
 Pages: 80
 Publisher: RCGP
 Published: 2005

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An understanding of health economics is essential when making decisions in primary care. This workbook is a practical guide on how to apply health economics research methods to primary care.

By the end of the workbook, you will be able to:

* explain to others what health economics is (and is not)
* become familiar with the language of health economics
* begin to apply some economic concepts in practical situations
* know the key stages and issues in economic evaluation
* understand the effects of incentives on the behaviour of primary care professionals
* understand what to expect from working with a health economist

The workbook includes:

* a wealth of practical exercises
* a selection of reading material
* key concepts in health economics
* an assessment of the costs and benefits of health care interventions
* key issues in costing
* using the results of economic evaluation to aid decision making
* the role of incentives and remuneration
* working with a health economist and examples detailing what to expect

This workbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the basics of health economics that are most relevant to primary care. It is a valuable refresher for those with some prior knowledge of the subject but also acts as a useful springboard for those who wish to further develop their understanding of this increasingly significant component of health care decision making.

Health Economics is the ninth in a series of workbooks based on a series of successful master-classes in primary care research developed by the RCGP for health professionals.

Contents:

* Basic concepts in health economics
* What is health economics?
* Economic evaluation: assessing the costs and benefits of health care interventions
* Costing in economic evaluation
* What costs to include in an economic evaluation
* Key issues in costing
* Benefits in economic evaluation
* Clinical outcome measures
* Combining costs and benefits
* Using results of economic evaluation to help make decisions
* Changing behaviour in primary care: the role of incentives and remuneration
* Working with a health economist: what to expect and examples
* Conclusions and further study
* Discussion and answers to exercises
* Reading material


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