Table 3.

Type and sources of data/information/knowledge used for decision-making in the region

Type	Source
Cost- effectiveness	Systematic reviews, literature reviews, MOH, Professional associations, Committees
Human resources (needs and supply, incentives, capacities)	Professional associations
Infrastructure (availability of equipment, maintenance)	Private sector, MOH
Population status and needs, future projection of the population	National registry, MOH information system
Quality of services	MOH, Accreditation surveys, Research, Client satisfaction
Existing policies and procedures	Healthcare institutions, regulations
Evaluation of outcomes and impact	International reports
Information on patient satisfaction	Research, Scientific committees
Legal information: legal text and legislations	Legal text, constitution
Other: Efficiency, Feasibility analysis, Situational analysis, Types and range of services	Other: Qualitative studies, Subject experts & researchers, National and International experience, WHO Reports, Accreditation, Demographic and health surveys, National Health Accounts, Ministry of Finance, Health Expenditure and Utilization Surveys