Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8823061 | Journal of the American College of Radiology | 2018 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Most IRs write few, if any, prescriptions for Medicare beneficiaries. Of those who do, the large majority writes for opioids, at rates higher than national physician benchmarks. IRs' opioid prescribing varies significantly based on physician and practice characteristics and particularly whether the IR provides clinical E&M services. In light of the nation's opioid epidemic, these observations may guide education, practice improvement, and policy efforts to optimize opioid prescribing.
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Authors
Andrew B. MD, MPA, J. David MD, Wenyi MA, Danny R. PhD, Zachary L. MD, Richard MD,