Decision-making in healthcare requires prioritising between multiple demands and competing priorities, given population growth; an ageing population and increase in long term conditions; technological advances, and expectations from the public, in the context to the finite nature of resources. Transparent and evidence-based priority setting helps resources to be allocated where they can have the most significant impact, addressing urgent needs, reducing health inequalities, and improving overall outcomes. It supports evidence-based decisions and ensures the system remains both equitable and sustainable, meeting the diverse needs of the population.
Key components of priority setting
BCUHB Prioritisation Framework information tool
Prioritisation information tool
Health economic approaches:
For further guidance please email Cathy.Madge@wales.nhs.uk and Brendan.Collins2@wales.nhs.uk
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