Capsule Commentary on Sabbatfni et al.f Controlling Health Costs: Physician Responses to Patient Expectations for Medical Care

摘要

The health care triple aim is better health, better care, and lower costs. To address costs, health systems and physicians are being challenged to make better value-based decisions and take greater societal responsibility when selecting diagnostic testing and treatment options for their patients. Partnered with more than 60 specialty societies, the Choosing Wisely campaign exemplifies this effort and aims to educate the public about the appropriate use of tests or procedures. Moreover, a recent review of clinical guidelines issued by the largest physician societies found that half explicitly integrate costs into their deliberations.