ASA Lists Common Tests, Procedures That May Be Unnecessary

The American Society of Anesthesiologists announced it has released a list of specific tests or procedures that are commonly ordered but not always necessary in anesthesiology, as part of ABIM Foundation’s Choosing Wisely initiative.

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The initiative aims at engaging physicians and patients in conversations to help reduce overuse of tests and procedures.

The ASA list identifies five targeted, evidence-based recommendations that can support conversations between patients and physicians about which of the tests or procedures are necessary.

Read the ASA’s list here.

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