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Health technology assessment in Hungary has developed significantly since 1993, but faces ongoing challenges including a lack of local epidemiological data and complex reimbursement categories.
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HTA progress in Hungary warrants cautious policy use amid data gaps; leaves open targeted research on epidemiological and reimbursement fixes.
In Hungary, the history of the health technology assessment (HTA) dates back to 1993 when HTA and related activities started by professional initiatives. The legal background, institutionalization, and training capacities were created between 1998 and 2004. The main challenges for HTA in Hungary are partly similar to the ones in countries with a developed economy; no question it is time for cost-effectiveness. However, there are very important differences as well, that is why transferability and adaptability issues have to be considered. This article describes the characteristic features of the Hungarian healthcare system, the history and the current role of HTA, and the most important challenges.
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Gulàcsi et al. (2009) reported a review. Health technology assessment in Hungary has developed significantly since 1993, but faces ongoing challenges including a lack of local epidemiological data and complex reimbursement categories.
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