OAR 409-062-0100: Purpose

These rules establish a public notice for advance meeting materials, which must be posted for an advance comment period, before being considered by the Value-based Benefits Subcommittee (VbBS) of the Health Evidence Review Commission (HERC). Public comments help HERC learn about community needs and perspectives to inform its deliberations about coverage recommendations and prioritization of health services. An accessible public comment policy supports HERC’s goals to eliminate health inequities and ensure that covered services are appropriate for the populations affected by its decisions.