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The FCC’s report to the President (June 2009)
emphasizes that comparative effectiveness research, by their definition, must
be conducted in “real world” settings. However, I have been
unsuccessful in finding a more specific definition for “real world,”
either from AHRQ or from anyone else. Has anyone seen anything that lists
the essential elements of a “real world” setting, or specific
elements that would make it definitively NOT “real world”? (Not
necessarily an official government definition, I’ll take anything at
all.)
I’m guessing it might include things like sample
characteristics (not all college sophomores), provider characteristics, logistical
issues, or even the physical setting...Any help would be appreciated, thanks.
Teresa Benson, M.A., Licensed Psychologist
Senior Clinical Content Specialist, InterQual Products
McKesson Health Solutions
18211 Yorkshire Avenue
Prior Lake, MN 55372 USA