Originally Posted by
homonculus
but suggesting that 1 in 4 patients admitted to a US hospital has nothing wrong with them and that 25% of operations are not necessary is I repeat rubbish
I don't recall mentioning/suggesting anything about patients so allow me clarify: reports have shown that 25% of all procedures and stays prescribed for all US patients are performed for legal reasons and not medical reasons.
but please dont exaggerate
Don't have to exaggerate. My figures are actually 5 years old. Current annual costs on defensive medical decisions are reported past the $800 Billion mark based on a $3.3 Trillion health care spending.
And these reports/figures are also easily available from public sources for those who choose to look.
It is what it is.