Fields · Health Professions · General Health Professions

Healthcare cost, quality, practices

This cluster of papers focuses on strategies and initiatives aimed at reducing the overuse of low-value health care services, particularly in the United States. It explores the concept of 'Choosing Wisely' and addresses issues related to health care waste, physician perspectives, de-implementation of unnecessary practices, and the impact on health care costs. The cluster also emphasizes the importance of patient engagement and quality improvement efforts in addressing this issue.