Newspaper/Magazine Article Follow-up tips for a safe, efficient practice. Citation Text: Weiss GG. Follow-up tips for a safe, efficient practice. Medical economics. 2006;83(10):47-9. Copy Citation Format: Google ScholarPubMedBibTeXEndNote X3 XMLEndNote 7 XMLEndnote taggedPubMedIdRIS Download Citation Save Save to your library Print Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL May 31, 2006 Weiss GG. Medical economics. 2006;83(10):47-9. View more articles from the same authors. This article provides suggestions for physicians to ensure reliable follow-up on test results, including tracking forms, computerization, and staff compliance with processes. PubMed citation Free full text Save Save to your library Print Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL Cite Citation Citation Text: Weiss GG. Follow-up tips for a safe, efficient practice. Medical economics. 2006;83(10):47-9. 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