Is "Choosing Wisely" (ordering less tests) legit or purely a money saving attempt?

From an individual patient care and liability standpoint - it makes more sense to order more tests (in general principle). But we have this notion being put forward to avoid asymptomatic screening tests out of fear that something may be positive. That's true to a degree but only if the positive result is of no consequence. For example, an asymptomatic CBC or CMP may reveal anemia that could be colon cancer or transaminitis that could be liver disease. A positive result will send you down the... Read more
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