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- As healthcare spending rises in the United States, stakeholders are constantly working to address the drivers of high costs. The overutilization of healthcare services—including the provision of low- or no-value care—not only impacts patients’ physical and mental health but also contributes to rising costs. Health plans leverage utilization management strategies to...
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