PRESS RELEASE: The Center for Innovation & Value Research has announced the 6th Annual Methods Summit, “Exploring Patient-Centered Value Research from Definition to Dissemination”

Alexandria, VA – January 15, 2025 – The Center for Innovation & Value Research, a non-profit research organization committed to advancing the science, practice, and use of health technology assessment (HTA) in healthcare, is proud to announce the 6th Annual Methods Summit, “Exploring Patient-Centered Value Research from Definition to Dissemination,” on March 19, 2025, in Washington, […]

PRESS RELEASE: The Center Announces Launch of Phase II of the Rare Disease Project and the Formation of the Rare Advisory Board

Alexandria, VA – September 17, 2024 – The Center for Innovation & Value Research (the Center) a non-profit research organization committed to advancing the science, practice, and use of health technology assessment (HTA) in healthcare, is proud to announce the launch of Phase II of the Rare Disease Project, an initiative designed to enhance collaboration and […]

Interview with Mike Herman, Cancer Survivor

Mike Herman’s journey as a cancer survivor is a testament to resilience, advocacy, and the importance of a comprehensive approach to patient care. His story sheds light on the medical, economic, and personal challenges faced by cancer patients and underscores the critical role of support systems and research in overcoming these challenges. Can you share […]

PRESS RELEASE: The Center’s Health Equity Program Releases Final Report in Series Highlighting Action Steps for Integrating Equity into HTA

Alexandria, VA – September 4, 2024 – The Center for Innovation & Value Research (the Center) a non-profit research organization committed to advancing the science, practice, and use of health technology assessment (HTA) in healthcare, today released a new report, “Fulfilling the Promise of Equity in Value-Based Care: A Focus on Communications and Use in HTA.” […]

Patient Story: Dorothy Winningham

The Community Advisory Board (CAB), comprised of patients, patient advocates, and caregivers, provides insights, guidance, and co-leadership throughout phase II of The Center’s Economic Impacts project. This article features the personal story of one of our CAB members. Dorothy Winningham’s life is a tapestry of resilience, duty, and an unwavering caregiving spirit. She retired in […]

The Center (formerly IVI) Provides Comments on CMS’ Drug Price Negotiation Program

The Innovation and Value Initiative (IVI) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on the revised draft guidance for implementation of the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program (DPNP) for initial price applicability year 2027 and manufacturer effectuation of the maximum fair price (MFP) in 2026 and 2027. […]

PRESS RELEASE: IVI Releases 2023 Annual Report

Alexandria, VA – June 26, 2024 – The Innovation and Value Initiative (IVI), a non-profit research organization committed to advancing the science, practice, and use of health technology assessment (HTA) in healthcare, today announced the release of its 2023 Annual Report. The 2023 Annual Report highlights IVI’s key milestones and significant accomplishments across all aspects of […]

PRESS RELEASE: IVI Launches Call for Expertise in Rare Disease Initiative

Partnering with Rare Disease Patients to Identify Meaningful Approaches to Health Technology Assessment Alexandria, VA – June 5, 2024 – The Innovation and Value Initiative (IVI), a non-profit research organization committed to advancing the science, practice, and use of health technology assessment (HTA) in healthcare, announced a ‘call for expertise’ from June 5-21, 2024 as […]