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NICE Framework

Meaning

The NICE Framework refers to the Evidence Standards Framework (ESF) developed by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) in the UK for digital health technologies (DHTs). It is a structured set of guidelines that specifies the clinical and economic evidence required for digital products to demonstrate their value for adoption within the UK health and care system. The framework categorizes DHTs into tiers based on their function and risk, ensuring that the evidence burden is proportionate to the potential impact on patient care. This rigorous standard promotes the commissioning of digital tools that are both effective and financially viable.