Diagnostic device HTA assessment – from secondary to primary care

Challenge

HTA assessment of a diagnostic device previously only used in hospitals

Real world evidence showed impact on attendance rates due to convenience of setting, with a chance for higher and earlier detection rates
Uncertainty in: how GP practices will collaborate, training requirements for the use of the device, and current pricing within the NHS

Develop the economic assessment and the submission dossier

Detailed review of the components included in the current NHS tariff to ensure valid comparison across settings
Interviews with clinical and commissioning experts to understand administrative burden of collaboration between practices and organisation needs for mobile devices
Combining RWE and epidemiology data to determine coverage area and number of GP practices needed to achieve economies of scale
New economic model was developed to showcase the value of increased attendance rates for scans