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Several organizations conduct technology assessments. We invite you to visit these well- known and highly-regarded organizations

Medicare Coverage Advisory Committee (MCAC) – The MCAC is used to supplement CMS's internal expertise and to ensure an unbiased and contemporary consideration of "state of the art" technology and science.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association's Technology Evaluation Center (TEC) - TEC Assessments are scientific opinions, provided solely for informational purposes.

Health Technology Center – HealthTech's mission is to create a trusted source of objective, expert and useful information about the future of healthcare technologies.

Association for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) – The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is the lead Federal agency charged with improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans. As one of 12 agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services, AHRQ supports health services research that will improve the quality of health care and promote evidence-based decisionmaking.

The Cochrane Library (Evidence for Healthcare Decision Making) - Cochrane Library contains a wealth of information regarding diseases, diagnostics and therapies.

PubMed Clinical Queries - PubMed allows visitors to search and view studies regarding therapies, diagnoses, prognoses, etc.

Center for Reviews and Dissemination (CRD) - The CRD was established in January 1994, and aims to provide research-based information about the effects of interventions used in health and social care.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) - NIH provides health information including Quick Links to health at various stages of life and other resources.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.

ECRI (formerly the Emergency Care Research Institute) - is a nonprofit health services research agency and a Collaborating Center of the World Health Organization (WHO). It is designated as an Evidence-based Practice Center (EPC) by the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

International Network of Agencies for Health Technology Assessment (INHATA) – INAHTA's mission is to provide a forum for the identification and pursuit of interests common to health technology assessment agencies.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - CDC is globally recognized for conducting research and investigations and for its action oriented approach. CDC applies research and findings to improve people’s daily lives and responds to health emergencies.

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) - Offers information on the Academy’s many programs, activities, their policy statements, practice guidelines, publications and child health resources.

Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) - The Committee develops written recommendations for the routine administration of vaccines to the pediatric and adult populations, along with schedules regarding the appropriate periodicity, dosage, and contraindications applicable to the vaccines.

National Cancer Institute (NCI) For the general public, patients, and health professionals, NCI offers consumer-oriented information on a wide range of topics as well as comprehensive descriptions of its research programs and clinical trials. Scientists will find detailed information on specific areas of research interest and funding opportunities.

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Home > Resources Resources Several organizations conduct technology assessments. We invite you to visit these well- known and highly-regarded organizations Medicare Coverage Advisory Committee (MCAC) – The MCAC is used to supplement CMS's internal expertise and to ensure an unbiased and contemporary consideration of "state of the art" technology and science. Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association's Technology Evaluation Center (TEC) - TEC Assessments are scientific opinions, provided solely for informational purposes. Health Technology Center – HealthTech's mission is to create a trusted source of objective, expert and useful information about the future of healthcare technologies. Association for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) – The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is the lead Federal agency charged with improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans. As one of 12 agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services, AHRQ supports health services research that will improve the quality of health care and promote evidence-based decisionmaking. Evidence-based Practice Outcomes & Effectiveness Effective Health Care Technology Assessment Preventive Services Clinical Practice Guidelines National Guideline Clearinghouse The Cochrane Library (Evidence for Healthcare Decision Making) - Cochrane Library contains a wealth of information regarding diseases, diagnostics and therapies. PubMed Clinical Queries - PubMed allows visitors to search and view studies regarding therapies, diagnoses, prognoses, etc. Center for Reviews and Dissemination (CRD) - The CRD was established in January 1994, and aims to provide research-based information about the effects of interventions used in health and social care. National Institutes of Health (NIH) - NIH provides health information including Quick Links to health at various stages of life and other resources. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. ECRI (formerly the Emergency Care Research Institute) - is a nonprofit health services research agency and a Collaborating Center of the World Health Organization (WHO). It is designated as an Evidence-based Practice Center (EPC) by the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. International Network of Agencies for Health Technology Assessment (INHATA) – INAHTA's mission is to provide a forum for the identification and pursuit of interests common to health technology assessment agencies. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - CDC is globally recognized for conducting research and investigations and for its action oriented approach. CDC applies research and findings to improve people’s daily lives and responds to health emergencies. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) - Offers information on the Academy’s many programs, activities, their policy statements, practice guidelines, publications and child health resources. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) - The Committee develops written recommendations for the routine administration of vaccines to the pediatric and adult populations, along with schedules regarding the appropriate periodicity, dosage, and contraindications applicable to the vaccines. National Cancer Institute (NCI) For the general public, patients, and health professionals, NCI offers consumer-oriented information on a wide range of topics as well as comprehensive descriptions of its research programs and clinical trials. Scientists will find detailed information on specific areas of research interest and funding opportunities. Please feel free to Contact us with suggestions for links.