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Artificial Intelligence in Health Care: Benefits and Challenges of Technologies to Augment Patient Care.

December 9, 2020

Washington DC; United States Government Accountability Office; November 26, 2020. Publication GAO-21-7SP.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to enhance the safety and reliability of clinical and administrative functions. This US Government Accountability Office report outlines barriers impacting the widespread use of AI, such as privacy concerns and lack of development transparency. Collaboration and oversight are areas of policy focus highlighted to address these challenges.

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