Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research
Scope & Guideline
Elevating healthcare efficiency through rigorous research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Health Economics Analysis:
Research that evaluates the economic aspects of healthcare interventions, including cost-effectiveness analyses, budget impact assessments, and economic modeling. - Real-World Evidence:
Studies utilizing real-world data to assess healthcare outcomes, resource utilization, and patient experiences, often focusing on specific diseases or treatments. - Quality of Life Assessments:
Research that measures health-related quality of life (HRQoL) outcomes associated with various medical conditions, treatments, and healthcare practices. - Comparative Effectiveness Research:
Investigations comparing the effectiveness of different healthcare interventions and treatment strategies to optimize patient outcomes. - Policy and Practice Implications:
Studies that discuss the implications of health economics research on healthcare policies, practices, and system-level changes.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Healthcare Economics:
A significant increase in research examining the economic implications of COVID-19, including treatment costs and healthcare resource utilization during the pandemic. - Multimorbidity and Comorbidities:
A growing focus on studies that analyze the economic burden and healthcare resource utilization associated with patients having multiple chronic conditions. - Patient-Centric Approaches:
Emerging research trends emphasize patient preferences, treatment adherence, and quality of life, reflecting a shift towards more patient-centered healthcare evaluations. - Innovations in Treatment and Technology:
Increased studies evaluating the economic impact of new technologies and treatment modalities, including minimally invasive surgeries and advanced pharmaceuticals. - Value-Based Healthcare Models:
A rising interest in value-based care frameworks that assess the economic impact of healthcare services based on outcomes rather than volume, promoting efficiency in healthcare delivery.
Declining or Waning
- General Health Economics without Specific Applications:
Previous broader economic analyses are becoming less frequent as the journal shifts towards more applied and specific health economic evaluations. - Traditional Cost-Effectiveness Studies:
There seems to be a decline in the publication of traditional cost-effectiveness analyses without innovative methodologies or novel applications, as the field evolves toward more complex modeling and real-world evidence. - Aging Population Studies:
Research focused specifically on the aging population and its economic impact is less frequently featured, possibly due to the broader application of health economics to various demographic groups.
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