Michelle Andrews

Studies of the use of artificial intelligence in health care have revealed flaws and challenges that could undermine their usefulness and raise costs. | SHUTTERSTOCK

Doctors increasingly see AI scribes in a positive light. But hiccups persist.

The adoption of AI looks likely to grow rapidly over the next few years, and many observers expect it to become more of a recruiting tool, a minimum requirement for incoming clinicians, who are increasingly prioritizing a work-life balance

Jan 27

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Congressional stalemate creates chaos for Obamacare shoppers

Amid the uncertainty, there are steps health care insurance consumers should take

Nov 4, 2025

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In New York, providers must put patient costs on the table

Advocates don’t want consumers signing 'blank check' forms that risk financial jeopardy. Doctors, hospitals, and other providers don’t want to disrupt their practices’ workflow and payment logistics with cost discussions and paperwork.

Mar 21, 2025

Man with a below-the-knee amputation walking on stones with a prosthesis. | COURTESY/AXILES BIONICS VIA WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Health insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs, questioning their medical necessity

Advocates say it is discrimination and are arguing for “insurance fairness” on the grounds that people who have joints surgically replaced typically don’t face the same kinds of coverage challenges.

Jan 7, 2025

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Some employers test arrangement to give workers allowance for coverage

Employers are showing interest in a type of health reimbursement account that gives workers a contribution to choose and buy their own plans, rather than participating in group plans.

Oct 3, 2024

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Rescue from above: How drones may narrow emergency response times

Public safety and health care organizations across the country are increasingly using drones to speed up lifesaving treatment in situations in which every second counts

Jul 25, 2024

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Funding instability plagues program that brings docs to underserved areas

A federal program training primary care doctors in outpatient clinics rather than hospitals is scheduled to run out of funds in December

Jun 18, 2024

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Mammography AI can cost patients extra. Is it worth it?

About 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime, and regular screening mammograms are recommended. The FDA has authorized roughly two dozen 'artificial intelligence' software products to help analyze them, sparking debate.

Jan 11, 2024