We estimated the costs of changing the frequency of clinic appointments and drug dispensing arrangements for stable HIV patients in England. Results indicated that 6-monthly appointments and 3-monthly home delivery of drugs is the least expensive option and could result in £2000 savings per patient. This translates to annual cost reduction of about £8 million for the estimated 4000 eligible patients not currently on home delivery in England.
Adams EJ, Ogden D, Ehrlich A, Hay P. Treatment for stable HIV patients in England: can we save costs and improve patient care? Journal of Health Services Research & Policy. Published online 29 Oct 2013, doi:10.1177/1355819613508176