| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10098938 | Journal of the American College of Radiology | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
In recent years within the Medicare population, the rate of utilization of MPI among radiologists has remained relatively stable, whereas it has risen sharply among cardiologists. The greatest growth was seen in cardiologists' private offices. This raises concerns about possible inappropriate utilization of MPI and also about the potential effect self-referral has on this utilization trend. The increased use of MPI by cardiologists did not result in reduction in their use of either cardiac catheterization with coronary angiography or stress echocardiography.
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David C. MD, Charles M. MD, Vijay M. MD, Andrea J. MS, Laurence PhD, Jonathan H. PhD,