Generic medications save healthcare systems billions while maintaining effectiveness. Outcomes economics (HEOR) measures their real-world value through cost-effectiveness, adherence rates, and patient outcomes. Learn how HEOR proves generics deliver 5-15% better adherence and 89% patient satisfaction when cost differences exceed $20. Discover challenges like therapeutic misconception and future AI-driven HEOR trends.
Author: Geoff Bahre
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