“Today, there are already many examples of AI systems, powered by streams of data and advanced algorithms, improving healthcare by preventing hospitalizations, reducing complications, decreasing administrative burdens and improving patient engagement,” the report reads. “Nonetheless, AI in healthcare has the potential to raise a variety of unique considerations for U.S. policymakers.”
Eleven principles to guide policymakers working on healthcare AI, as outlined by the Connected Health Initiative:
1. Develop a national health IT strategy
2. Fund research
3. Ensure quality assurance and oversight
4. Require thoughtful design
5. Encourage access and affordability
6. Promote ethics
7. Modernize privacy and security frameworks
8. Foster collaboration and interoperability
9. Assess workforce issues
10. Address bias
11. Support education
To download the Connected Health Initiative’s policy recommendations, click here.
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