Pulmonary rehabilitation, consisting of structured exercise and education programs, has been shown to
relieve dyspnea and fatigue, improve emotional function, and enhance patients’ sense of control over their
condition. (2) Rehabilitation can take place in a variety of settings; hospital inpatient, hospital outpatient,
and community settings are most common. Home and community pulmonary rehabilitation programs are
a possible alternative to hospital programs because they may have the potential to reduce resource use and
improve access for patients. However, the comparative cost-utility of pulmonary rehabilitation programs
in various settings is unclear