Results of adaptation of tools for standardizing value-based outcomes: analysis of ICHOM Standard Sets

Background. Value-based healthcare (VBHC) is a model of medical care that focuses on analyzing treatment outcomes and takes into account patient-relevant results (values), clinical effectiveness, and economic costs. Although standardized assessment systems exist, such as those developed by the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM), their practical application remains limited, slows the implementation of VBHC. The lack of unified methodologies reduces data comparability between healthcare organizations, hinders the identification of best practices, and ultimately impedes the practical realization of VBHC. Objective: To analyze and adapt standardized approaches for assessing VBHC parameters and the methodologies for their collection based on ICHOM sets. Material and methods. A comprehensive analysis was conducted on 49 ICHOM Standard Sets and 43 related publications in peer-reviewed journals. A structured study of the research objects was carried out, and potential barriers to the implementation of data collection methodologies by healthcare organizations were identified. Methods of qualitative content analysis and comparative data analysis were applied. Results. The article presents a structure of indicators for the assessment of VBHC. Particular attention is given to three key components of outcomes assessment: patient-oriented outcomes – patient-reported outcomes, clinical outcomes, and indicators of healthcare resource utilization. Standardized approaches to data collection were identified, each of which has its own limitations. Optimal monitoring timelines were determined, varying depending on the type of nosology. The results demonstrate that ICHOM standards provide a comprehensive framework for assessing value-based healthcare; however, they require adaptation to specific organizational conditions. The developed data categorization and presented conclusions provide a foundation for healthcare institutions to initiate the implementation of a value-based approach, with a focus on outcomes that matter to patients. Conclusion. The conducted analysis justifies the necessity of value-based healthcare research in accordance with the unified ICHOM Standard Sets. A unified methodology can provide a comprehensive and objective assessment of care effectiveness and foster a common understanding of the concept among all stakeholders. This approach will facilitate the transition from theory to global practice in value assessment in medicine. The next step in this direction should be the adaptation of data collection for specific sets, taking into account national characteristics and capabilities in Russia.