New with the Second Edition is a companion book of 12 case studies to reinforce learning. The case studies present real-world scenarios that enable users to apply concepts presented in the main text. Each case study contains answers and rationale to questions posed. Cases include:
• Cost-of-Illness Analysis, Calculation of the Cost of Migraine Within a Managed Care Organization. • Sensitivity Analysis. • Interpreting Scale Scores for an Individual Patient. • Formulary Decision Making Incorporating Humanistic Outcomes. • Evaluating and Justifying Clinical Services. • Policy Implications of a Health Economic Study.