L10: Doctor’s decision-making, health economics and health policy Flashcards
1
Q
What is top-up care?
A
When patients can pay to get medication or care that has been found not to be cost effective by NICE
After a review it is now legal in the UK
2
Q
What is an example of a top-up treatment?
A
SUNITINIB is only available to cancer patients who want to pay more.
The evidence for an affect on overall survival is immature and uncertain
Cost/QALY can range from £39,000 to £260,000
