Comparing HIV care costs and quality of life for military and veteran patients
Official title: QALYs, Comorbidities, and Cost-effectiveness of HIV Care in the Department of Defense vs the Veterans Health Administration
Funded at Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med · NIH-10839008 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how well HIV care works for patients in the military compared to veterans, especially focusing on how other health issues can affect their quality of life and treatment costs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bethesda, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $156,251 |
| NIH project number | 1R21AI174937-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10839008 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV, particularly those who are also dealing with non-AIDS related health conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not have any comorbidities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the cost-effectiveness of HIV care provided to patients in the Department of Defense compared to those in the Veterans Health Administration. It focuses on the challenges faced by people living with HIV, particularly the impact of non-AIDS comorbidities on their quality of life and healthcare costs. By analyzing health records from thousands of patients, the study aims to assess how these comorbidities affect overall health outcomes and the economic implications of HIV treatment. The research employs quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) to evaluate patient preferences and health states over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV care strategies that enhance the quality of life for patients while optimizing healthcare costs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in evaluating cost-effectiveness and quality of life in HIV care, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med
Bethesda, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Agan, Brian — Henry M. Jackson Fdn for the Adv Mil/med
- Study coordinator: Agan, Brian
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.