Comparative Effectiveness Research FundingFederal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness ResearchThe American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 created the Federal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness Research to coordinate comparative effectiveness research across the Federal government. The Council will specifically make recommendations for the $400 million allocated to the Office of the Secretary for CER. Listening SessionsAs part of its initial work, the Council is conducting Listening Sessions to hear public comments regarding comparative effectiveness research. Individuals interested in addressing the council may nominate themselves to deliver a three minute oral presentation before the council. Individuals and organizations may also submit written comments for the council’s consideration. The public may also attend the session, listen live via audio conference or watch the session online at www.hhs.gov/recovery. Review and comment on the Draft Definition, Prioritization Criteria, and Strategic Framework for Public Comment CER listening sessions:
Panel Selection Process Comparative Effectiveness Research FundingThe Recovery Act (ARRA) contains $1.1 billion for comparative effectiveness research. Comparative effectiveness research (CER) compares treatments and strategies to improve health. This information is essential for clinicians and patients to decide on the best treatment. It also enables our nation to improve the health of communities and the performance of the health system. ARRA provides:
These funds are to support research assessing the comparative effectiveness of health care treatments and strategies, through efforts that:
Read the excerpt from the Recovery Act related to comparative effectiveness research. Supporting Comparative Effectiveness Research Plans, by AgencyReport to the President and the Congress on Comparative Effectiveness ResearchThe Annual Report on Comparative Effectiveness Research contains information describing current Federal activities on comparative effectiveness research and recommendations for such research conducted or supported from funds made available by the Recovery Act. |