Health authority NICE initiates discussion on revised HealthTech Programme Handbook
NICE Launches Consultation on HealthTech Program Manual Updates
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has launched a consultation on its HealthTech programme manual, focusing on revising and detailing the methods used to develop HealthTech guidance. This includes updated approaches for assessing technologies already in established use within the NHS, particularly the late-stage assessment (LSA) process [1].
The goal is to replace the current LSA interim process and methods statement with a more structured and comprehensive manual. The revision aims to improve the existing LSA approach by providing greater detail and clarity on how HealthTech products are evaluated when they have already been adopted in the NHS. This will ensure a more consistent, transparent, and rigorous process in updating guidance for such technologies [1].
The consultation is open for comment until September 4, 2025, and interested stakeholders can provide feedback directly online on the draft consultation documents [1][3].
The NHS 10 Year Plan's commitment to early MedTech adoption may accelerate technological progress. Recent approvals of cutting-edge robotic surgery systems and the NHS's commitment to early MedTech adoption could potentially impact the healthcare sector significantly [2].
The publication of the MedTech trends forecast in "Medical Device Manufacturing Insights" signifies its relevance and importance to the industry. The forecast for MedTech trends in the UK and EU for the year 2025 may provide insights for industry stakeholders [4].
Chris Whitehouse, a political consultant and expert on medical technology policy and regulation, has reported on this consultation [5]. As an advisor to MedTech suppliers, Mr. Whitehouse's insights offer valuable perspectives on the direction of the NICE HealthTech program and its potential impact on the industry.
To participate in the consultation, visit the specified link [1]. The consultation will run for 5 weeks, ending on 4 September 2025. The consultation provides an opportunity for industry to shape the future direction of the NICE HealthTech program, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in supporting the adoption and use of innovative HealthTech products in the NHS.
References: [1] NICE (2023). Consultation on the NICE HealthTech programme manual [2] NHS (2022). NHS Long Term Plan [3] NICE (2023). Consultation documents [4] Medical Device Manufacturing Insights (2023). MedTech trends forecast 2025 [5] Whitehouse (2023). Consultation on the NICE HealthTech programme manual
- The consultation on the NICE HealthTech program manual, which includes updates on the methods used for HealthTech guidance, could potentially lead to significant changes in policy-and-legislation related to health-and-wellness, especially within the science sector and politics.
- As the NHS 10 Year Plan encourages early MedTech adoption, general-news outlets like Medical Device Manufacturing Insights have published MedTech trends forecasts, offering insights for industry stakeholders and highlighting the importance of these trends in the health-and-wellness sector.
