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Low back pain (LBP) is a common reason for emergency department (ED) visits. This study aimed to determine the frequency and type of nonindicated imaging during LBP ED visits and to describe demographic and prior health care use characteristics among the nonindicated population.This study included index ED events for LBP occurring during 2011 through 2012 for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan commercial...