NICE, FDA partner in payer advice program

The U.K.'s NICE said its scientific advice program will collaborate with FDA's Payer Communication Task Force to help medical device and diagnostics companies demonstrate their products' value to payers, including NHS and private U.S. payers.

NICE said that early engagement could help medical technology manufacturers design development programs that show clinical value, in addition to safety and efficacy. The agency said the collaboration could involve reviewing evidence from product sponsors, or providing advice at or after pre-submission meetings...