Seekh Logo

AI-powered learning platform providing comprehensive practice questions, detailed explanations, and interactive study tools across multiple subjects.

Explore Subjects

Sciences
  • Astronomy
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
Humanities
  • Psychology
  • History
  • Philosophy

Learning Tools

  • Study Library
  • Practice Quizzes
  • Flashcards
  • Study Summaries
  • Q&A Bank
  • PDF to Quiz Converter
  • Video Summarizer
  • Smart Flashcards

Support

  • Help Center
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Pricing

© 2025 Seekh Education. All rights reserved.

Seekh Logo
HomeHomework Helphealth-economicsHealth Economics Models

Health Economics Models

Health economics models are analytical frameworks used to evaluate the economic implications of health interventions, policies, and outcomes by incorporating factors such as costs, benefits, and resource allocation. These models help inform decision-making in healthcare by assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of various health-related strategies.

intermediate
5 hours
Health Economics
0 views this week
Study FlashcardsQuick Summary
0

Overview

Health economics models are essential tools that help evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare interventions. By analyzing costs and health outcomes, these models guide policymakers in making informed decisions about resource allocation and treatment options. Understanding concepts li...

Quick Links

Study FlashcardsQuick SummaryPractice Questions

Key Terms

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
A method to compare the relative costs and outcomes of different courses of action.

Example: Using cost-effectiveness analysis to evaluate a new drug versus an existing treatment.

Quality-Adjusted Life Year (QALY)
A measure that combines the quantity and quality of life, used to assess the value of medical interventions.

Example: A treatment that gives 1 year of perfect health equals 1 QALY.

Incremental Cost-Effectiveness Ratio (ICER)
The ratio of the change in costs to the change in health outcomes when comparing two interventions.

Example: An ICER of $50,000 per QALY indicates the cost of gaining one additional QALY.

Budget Impact Analysis
An analysis that estimates the financial impact of adopting a new health intervention within a specific budget context.

Example: Estimating the budget impact of a new vaccine on a national health system.

Decision Trees
A graphical representation of decisions and their possible consequences, used in decision analysis.

Example: Using a decision tree to evaluate treatment options for a disease.

Health Utility
A measure of the preference for a particular health state, often used in QALY calculations.

Example: A health utility score of 0.8 indicates a health state valued at 80% of perfect health.

Related Topics

Pharmacoeconomics
The study of the economic impact of pharmaceuticals and their value in healthcare.
intermediate
Health Policy Analysis
The evaluation of health policies and their effects on healthcare systems and populations.
intermediate
Epidemiology
The study of how diseases affect the health and illness of populations.
intermediate
Health Services Research
Research that examines how people access healthcare, healthcare costs, and outcomes.
intermediate

Key Concepts

Cost-effectiveness analysisQuality-adjusted life years (QALYs)Budget impact analysisDecision trees