Abstract
This article discusses the meaning of variations in ambulatory test use with emphasis on practice setting, availability of testing services, financial incentives, and physician and patient characteristics.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Ambulatory Care / economics
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Ambulatory Care / organization & administration
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Ambulatory Care / statistics & numerical data*
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Diagnostic Services / economics
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Diagnostic Services / organization & administration
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Diagnostic Services / statistics & numerical data*
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Health Services Accessibility / economics
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Health Services Needs and Demand / economics
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Humans
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Patients
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Physicians
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Practice Management, Medical
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Reimbursement, Incentive / economics