Health technology assessment program in Washington State to review safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of health technologies.

The bill amends the health technology assessment program in Washington State. It requires the committee to determine conditions for including health technologies as covered benefits in health care programs and establish criteria for their use. The committee must review submissions within 180 days and publish its decisions. The health care authority must publish submissions for new assessments and rereviews within 30 days. The committee may establish ad hoc advisory groups for specialized expertise.

Health technology assessment program in Washington State to review safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of health technologies.

The bill amends the health technology assessment program in Washington State. It requires the committee to determine conditions for including health technologies as covered benefits in health care programs and establish criteria for their use. The committee must review submissions within 180 days and publish its decisions. The health care authority must publish submissions for new assessments and rereviews within 30 days. The committee may establish ad hoc advisory groups for specialized expertise.