Data Investigation of Bariatric Surgery Outcome and Economic Savings

Abstract

This study sought to (1) define the clinical impact and economic burden of bariatric surgical procedures, and (2) estimate the cost-effectiveness and budgetary impact of obesity treatments when compared to no surgical intervention. We developed a cost-effectiveness model and a payer-based budget and fiscal impact tool to compare bariatric surgical procedures to non-operative approaches for maorbid obesity. Use of these economic models based on data from the Department of Defense (DOD) population found that all evaluated surgical interventions were cost-effective compared to non-surgical interventions. These economic assessments models can inform helath policy decisions related to obesity.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 15, 2010
Accession Number
ADA535269

Entities

People

  • David Arterburn
  • David R. Flum
  • Erin M. Machinchick
  • Franklin D. Carr
  • Katrina Golub
  • Larry Belenke
  • Louis P. Garrison
  • Rafael Alfonso
  • Renee Hawkkes
  • Sean D. Sullivan

Organizations

  • University of Washington

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Bariatrics
  • Body Weight
  • Delivery Of Health Care
  • Demography
  • Department Of Defense
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Economics
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Obesity
  • Patient Care Management
  • Surgery

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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