What do we mean by unwarranted variation?

This is variation that can’t be explained by patient need or specific patient or population preferences e.g. determined by local geography. If we prevent harm and waste from overuse, we can free up resources to address areas where there is under-provision of valuable care. 

Source: NHS Education for Scotland (NES).

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