Insurers claim AI is already increasing healthcare costs
techcrunch.comAnthony Ha
Major US health insurers report that hospital adoption of AI tools has driven increased healthcare spending, with Blue Cross Blue Shield documenting $942M in additional costs over two years. The trend suggests AI implementation in healthcare facilities may be raising treatment costs rather than reducing them.
Why it mattersFor readers tracking AI's real-world impact, this data contradicts common promises that AI would lower healthcare expenses, raising questions about how hospitals are deploying these tools and whether the financial benefits are reaching patients.
From the source: Blue Cross Blue Shield says hospital use of AI tools led to an additional $942M in healthcare spending over a two-year period.Read at techcrunch.com