UCLA tests digital nudges to cut unneeded heart, lung, and gut referrals

NCT ID NCT07671976

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether simple electronic reminders can help doctors avoid sending patients to specialists when it's not needed. About 1,600 UCLA Health physicians will see checklists and alerts when ordering referrals to cardiology, pulmonology, or gastroenterology. The goal is to see if these prompts reduce low-value referrals without harming patient care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: behavioral intervention (EHR prompts, checklists, and audit notifications)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help reduce unnecessary specialist referrals, saving healthcare costs and improving patient care efficiency.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial. Results may not apply outside UCLA Health, and the intervention might not change physician behavior as expected.

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CARDIOLOGY GASTROENTEROLOGY PULMONOLOGY

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Locations

UCLA Health Department of Medicine

Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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