the number of hospitalizations or physician visits. (ff) The use of the new medical service or technology reduces recovery time compared to the technologies previously used. (gg) The use of the new medical service or technology reduces device-related complications. (hh) The use of the new medical service or technology can result in decreased rate of subsequent diagnostic or therapeutic interventions (such as due to the reduced rate of recurrence of the disease process). (ii) The use of the new medical service or technology can result in more rapid beneficial resolution of the disease process treatment. (jj) The use of the new medical service or technology can result in decreased pain, bleeding, or other quantifiable symptom. (kk) The use of the new medical service or technology can meet such other criteria as the Secretary may specify. (II) In considering whether a new medical service or technology potentially meets the criteria under subclause (I), the Secretary shall consider the following forms of evidence: (aa) Evidence described in well-documented case histories, including registry data. (bb) Studies published in peer-reviewed journals. (cc) Data collected in countries other than the United States so long as such data otherwise meet the criteria specified in this clause. . (B) Effective date The amendment made by subparagraph (A) shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act. (6) Revision to the newness criterion (A) In general Section 1886(d)(5)(K)(vi) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(K)(vi) ) is amended— (i) by inserting (I) after (vi)