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Medical Malpractice: No Agreement on the Problems or Solutions

HRD-86-50 Published: Feb 24, 1986. Publicly Released: Feb 24, 1986.
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In response to congressional requests, GAO reviewed the medical malpractice situation in the United States, including: (1) its problems; (2) the need for federal involvement; and (3) alternatives for resolving malpractice claims.

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