35% of orthopedic imaging costs stem from defensive medicine Veteran orthopedic surgeons order more diagnostic imaging than young doctors to cover themselves against possible lawsuits, says research by a Pennsylvania hospital. Quote: Nearly 20% of imaging tests ordered by Pennsylvania orthopedic surgeons were for defensive purposes, according to a new study examining testing decisions of 72 surgeons. The study, presented Feb
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35% of orthopedic imaging costs stem from defensive medicine
