An economist suggests demerit awards instead of performance bonuses. With all due respect to guys like Matthew and Ezra, the problem with health policy wonks is that they base their opinions with zero clinical experience in medicine. Because of this, it is difficult for physicians put any weight into anything they say.
Carrot or the stick?
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