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HERC has estimated an average cost for all inpatient and outpatient VA encounters since FY1998. The data are stored at the VA Austin Information Technology Center (AITC). Researchers with AITC accounts may request access to the HERC average cost data.
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HERC offers opportunities to learn about cost data and economic research. We offer introductory and advanced courses in health economics with special emphasis on VA data sources. Sessions take place through conference calls with interactive, web-based slide presentations. HERC also provides a monthly seminar series which features presentations on a variety of health economics and health services topics. Participants may attend any or all sessions. Registration is free.
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