The CTAAB process
begins with the submission of a letter of intent to the Staff Director.
Pertinent information from the letter of intent is posted on the web in
the CTAAB
Review Log to allow for competing applications to be submitted. The
letter of intent is reviewed against appropriateness criteria from CTAAB's
Mission Statement and Screening
Criteria. The potential applicant is informed in writing if the
project will not be reviewed by CTAAB. If the project meets CTAAB's
criteria for review, Staff Director sends an application
to the proponent, who submits it for review. The issue is further
researched utilizing peer-reviewed journals, information from experts and
documentation from the Finger Lakes Health Systems Agency, where
applicable.
The Technology Assessment Committee or
Capacity Consultant reviews the complete application, performs a detailed
analysis of the issues and forwards its findings to CTAAB. CTAAB
investigates and makes a judgement on the issue, carefully considering the
impact on all members of the community. CTAAB's non-binding judgement is
conveyed to the local payers for consideration in the formulation of their
reimbursement policies.
Any questions regarding this process may be
directed to the Staff
Director.
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