One reason for the high cost of the American healthcare system is that doctors work on a __________ basis that results in them doing more expensive tests and procedures.

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The fee-for-service model means that doctors are paid for each test, procedure or service they provide, rather than being paid a fixed salary or for managing their patients' overall health. This incentivizes doctors to perform more tests and procedures, even if they may not be necessary, leading to higher healthcare costs for patients and insurance providers.

One Reason for the High Cost of the American Healthcare