Cost Effectiveness and Resource Allocation
Impact Factor Trend (2022–2026)
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48 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
Cost Effectiveness and Resource Allocation is an Open Access, peer-reviewed, online journal that considers manuscripts on all aspects of cost-effectiveness analysis, including conceptual or methodological work, economic evaluations, and policy analysis related to resource allocation at a national or international level. Cost Effectiveness and Resource Allocation is aimed at health economists, health services researchers, and policy-makers with an interest in enhancing the flow and transfer of knowledge relating to efficiency in the health sector. Manuscripts are encouraged from researchers based in low- and middle-income countries, with a view to increasing the international economic evidence base for health.
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HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
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Scopus 3-Year Publication & Citation Window
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisCost Effectiveness and Resource Allocation (ISSN: 1478-7547) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES, published by BMC in United Kingdom. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 3.10, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.789 (Q2), an H-index of 48.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 79 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Gold OA model with an estimated APC of $3,086 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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