The Maryland self-referral law: history and implications.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jacr.2014.03.020.
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Abstract
Many previous studies have shown that nonradiologist physicians who can refer advanced MRI and CT examinations to themselves or within their practices use these modalities at a much higher rate than those who refer their examinations to unaffiliated radiology facilities. This led Maryland to pass a unique self-referral law in 1993 to directly address self-referred advanced imaging. The authors discuss the politics and economics of self-referral and provide a comprehensive review of the creation, progression, and impact of this landmark law.
Medical subject headings
- Physician Self-Referral
- Radiology