Validity of Physician Ranking Systems

Host: Larry Kaskel, MD Guest: Nancy H. Nielsen, MD, PhD How valid are consumer based physician ranking systems? In this segment Dr. Larry Kaskel learns the American Medical Association's position on physician ranking from AMA President Nancy Nielsen, MD, PhD who says while the information in these systems obviously cannot be relied upon we should try to understand why these systems are being created. Consumers want to know more about the quality of their doctor. What to do if you have been rated poorly? How do you find your true ranking? Join us to find out.