When routine medical tests trigger a cascade of costly, unnecessary care

Some medical tests, such as MRIs done early for uncomplicated low back pain and routine vitamin D tests "just to be thorough," are considered "low-value care" and can lead to further testing that can cost patients thousands of dollars.

MRIs done early for uncomplicated low back pain and routine vitamin D tests “just to be thorough” are considered “low-value care” and can lead to further testing that can cost patients thousands.

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