NICE Expands On Methods Review Details

UK health technology appraisal body NICE has released more details about its forthcoming review of the methods it uses for developing guidance on medicines and medical devices.

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HTA Body NICE Releases More Details About Forthcoming Methods Review

NICE, the health technology appraisal institute for England and Wales, has published more information on what its forthcoming methods review will look like. The review looks set to prioritize for review topics linked to the new 2019 voluntary scheme for branded medicines pricing and access, including “exploring uncertainty” and “modifiers considered in decision making”.

Earlier this year, NICE said it would be initiating a review of the methodology it uses to evaluate medicines and medical devices. Until now it has been unclear exactly what...

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