Description of Radiographs Obtained by Primary Care Clinicians and Those for Which Radiologist Referral Reading Was Hypothetically Declined
| Body Area | % of Total Radiographs | % Referral Declined |
|---|---|---|
| Chest | 29.4 (410) | 27.1 (111) |
| Lower extremity | 27.7 (386) | 49.0 (189) |
| Upper extremity | 23.9 (333) | 50.8 (169) |
| Spine | 7.6 (106) | 30.2 (32) |
| Abdomen | 3.9 (55) | 38.2 (21) |
| Face/head | 3.1 (43) | 27.9 (12) |
| Pelvis | 2.7 (37) | 29.7 (11) |
| Rib/sternum/clavicle | 1.7 (23) | 34.8 (8) |
| Total | 100 (1393) | 40 (553) |