Researchers created lists of procedures with a panel of technical experts as well as through email solicitations, holding a vote on the value of each procedure following survey results and a discussion process.
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A response to the study praises the methodology used in the development of the top five lists and mentions other professional societies might benefit from following a more rigorous process for the development of industry lists regarding value. In particular, both the study and the commentary urge list developers to be able to make a compelling case that low-value procedures:
- Cause potential harm
- Provide little benefit to patients
- Are frequently misused in clinical practice
- Are measureable
- Are under the control of providers.
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