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1Kaiser Permanente, USA. Joseph.M.Gonzales@kp.org
Abstract:
The intent of an independent study was to see if radiologists, administrators, and technologists would agree that there is a problem with CT and MRI overutilization. Another goal was to see if they are doing anything about this issue, to determine if there are best practices in place, and to set the basis for future studies. A literature review uncovered United States utilization rates compared to the global community. It also revealed economic concerns and relevance to an increase in healthcare costs. The recognition of overutilization exists; however, many still have not put a program in place to help with mitigation.
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