Trends and Regional Variation in Hip, Knee and Shoulder Replacement
Date
2010-04
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Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice
Abstract
Analyzes patterns in underuse or overuse of joint replacements among Medicare beneficiaries by geographic regions and race/ethnicity. Explores underlying factors and highlights the need for physician and patient education and shared decision making.
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Aging, Health, Health, Healthcare Access/Reform
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http://www.dartmouthatlas.org/downloads/reports/Joint_Replacement_0410.pdf