Objective To explore an evaluation index system and scoring system suitable for evaluating appropriate techniques of traditional Chinese medicine（ TCM）. Methods Following the principles of systemicity

independence

comparability and dynamics

the evaluation indicators and the connotations of each index were determined through literature search and expert meeting discussions. Using the analytic hierarchy process

the weights of each index were determined by establishing a hierarchical index comparison judgment matrix

and the consistency of the index weights is tested. On this basis

the weights of the second-level indicators were calculated

and the complete index weights were obtained. Finally

experts determined the scoring standards for each indicator and established a complete screening and evaluation system for TCM appropriate techniques. Results Totally 5 first-level indicators of effectiveness

safety

technicality

economy and suitability and 17 second-level indictors of simplicity

skill requirements

maturity

standardization level

equipment requirements

efficacy

effectiveness

adverse reaction rate

adverse reaction intensity

organization cost

patient cost

appropriate promotion

doctor acceptance

ethical acceptance

patient acceptance

institutional acceptance and morbidity were screened out

and the connotation of each indicator was clarified. The weight of each of the first-level and second-level indicators and the combined weight of the second-level indicators were calculated. The weights of the first-level indicators were 0. 40 for effectiveness

0. 30 for safety

0. 08 for technicality

0. 15 for economy

and 0. 07 for suitability. The indicators were given a scoring standard of 1 to 5 points. Conclusion A screening and evaluation system for TCM appropriate technology including 5 first-level indicators of effectiveness

safety

technicality

economy and suitability and 17 second-level indicators is constructed

and the weights of indicators and specific scoring standards are formulated.