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Direct medical cost and cost analysis of COVID-19 in Iran: A multicenter cross-sectional study

(2022) Direct medical cost and cost analysis of COVID-19 in Iran: A multicenter cross-sectional study. International Journal of Critical Illness and Injury Science. pp. 10-16.

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Abstract

Background: Although our daily life and economics were severely affected by COVID-19, cost analysis of the disease has not been conducted in Iran. Hence, we aimed to perform a cost analysis study and then estimate direct medical costs of COVID-19. Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed in Tehran and recorded medical files from March 1, 2020, to September 1, 2020, were examined. A predefined electronic form was developed and all required variables were included. All people whose both first and final diagnoses were COVID-19 positive and were admitted in governmental hospitals were considered for inclusion. Using stratified random sampling method, 400 medical records were evaluated to gather all data. STATA 14 was used for data analysis. Results: We evaluated 400 medical records and the age of patients ranged from 22 to 71 years. The mean cost of COVID-19 was 1434 USD. Of 400 patients, 129 of them had underlying disease and statistical significance was observed in people who had underlying diseases than people who did not have underlying disease. Conclusion: Beds and medications were the most important factors that added to the costs. COVID-19 has undoubtedly imposed a high financial burden on the health system. It is highly recommended that patients with positive test result be strictly encouraged to stay at home and adhere to safety protocols. © 2022 International Journal of Critical Illness and Injury Science Published by Wolters Kluwer-Medknow.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: Cost analysis, COVID-19, healthcare costs, Iran
Page Range: pp. 10-16
Journal or Publication Title: International Journal of Critical Illness and Injury Science
Volume: 12
Number: 1
Depositing User: پریسا مرادی
URI: http://eprints.thums.ac.ir/id/eprint/3722

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