Health care AI, intended to save money, turns out to require a lot of expensive humans

Health care AI, intended to save money, turns out to require a lot of expensive humans
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by Darius Tahir / KFF Health News • 11 days ago

Artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, designed to reduce costs, often requires significant human oversight and monitoring to function effectively. A study found that an AI algorithm at the University of Pennsylvania deteriorated during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to critical failures in patient care discussions. Experts highlight the need for consistent evaluation of AI tools, yet many hospitals lack the resources and standards for proper validation, raising concerns about the reliability of these technologies.

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