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Choosing wisely: you get what you pay for.

¹From the Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD.

|September 11, 2013

Summary

The Choosing Wisely initiative encourages physicians and patients to question unnecessary medical tests and procedures. This promotes delivering the right care at the right time, reducing potential harm.

Area of Science:

Medical Practice
Health Policy

Background:

Choosing Wisely is a collaborative initiative by the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation, Consumer Reports, and other organizations.
It aims to reduce unnecessary medical tests and procedures, ensuring appropriate care delivery.

Discussion:

Professional societies, including the American Academy of Neurology, release lists of "Five things physicians and patients should question."
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Key Insights:

The initiative promotes a dialogue between healthcare providers and patients regarding medical interventions.
Focuses on optimizing care by questioning the necessity of certain tests and procedures.

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