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-Practice of ordering additional tests that serve only a marginal clinical purpose but will serve to protect the provider in the event of a malpractice allegation

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Defensive medicine refers to the practice where healthcare providers order more tests or procedures than are medically necessary, primarily to protect themselves from potential malpractice lawsuits. This approach is often criticized for contributing to higher healthcare costs without necessarily improving patient outcomes.

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