AI starts autonomously writing prescription refills in Utah

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"AI Oversees Prescription Refills in Utah, Raising Concerns About Autonomy"

The state of Utah has embarked on a novel approach to healthcare, allowing artificial intelligence (AI) to autonomously write prescription refills for patients. Under the program, developed by Doctronic, a telehealth startup with an AI chatbot, patients can interact with the virtual "doctor" for free and then receive a refill for 190 common medications without direct human oversight.

The system claims a high accuracy rate in diagnosis and treatment planning, matching real clinician diagnoses in 81% of cases and providing consistent treatment plans in 99% of instances. However, critics express concerns about the lack of human intervention in this process.

Critics argue that while AI can enhance certain aspects of medical care, its autonomy in prescribing medications is a recipe for disaster. Public Citizen's Robert Steinbrook warned that "AI should not be autonomously refilling prescriptions, nor identifying itself as an 'AI doctor.'" Steinbrook also believes the program undermines the essential human clinician role in prescribing and renewing medications.

The Utah Department of Commerce maintains that the program strikes a vital balance between innovation and consumer safety. However, it is unclear whether federal regulatory agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will intervene to regulate AI prescribing. For now, patients relying on this system must rely on their own judgment about its accuracy and potential risks.

While some may view this as a bold step toward streamlining healthcare services, others are sounding the alarm about the dangers of unchecked technological advancements in sensitive areas like medication management. As the AI landscape continues to expand, it is crucial that policymakers and regulatory bodies prioritize patient safety and accountability when implementing new technologies.
 
I'm all for innovation in healthcare, but this whole AI prescription refill thing has me a bit worried 🤔. I mean, we're talking about medications here – lives are at stake. Can we really trust a computer program to make those kinds of decisions without human oversight? 🚨 It's like leaving it up to a robot to decide whether you need that extra glass of wine or not 😂. But seriously, what happens if the AI makes a mistake and you end up with too much of something toxic? 🤮

I get that this system is supposed to be accurate 81% of the time, but accuracy in healthcare isn't just about numbers – it's about people's lives. And what about those patients who can't even navigate this virtual 'doctor' for themselves? What support systems are in place to help them out? 🤷‍♀️

I'm not saying we should shut down this program entirely, but I do think we need to have a much more open and honest conversation about the potential risks and benefits. And yeah, let's get policymakers and regulatory bodies on board ASAP to make sure patient safety is the top priority 💊.
 
I'm so concerned about this whole thing! 🤖 I mean, I get it, innovation is important but can't we at least have some human touch in the process? Like, what if there's a mistake or something? AI is smart, don't get me wrong, but I don't think it should be making decisions about people's medication. It's just too much pressure. And what about when they're 80 and need help with their pills? Who's gonna help them then? 🤔 We need to make sure that humans are still in the picture, you know?
 
Wow 🤖💊 Interesting how far we're willing to take tech for convenience, but at what cost? I mean, 81% accuracy rate sounds good, but what about the other 19%? How do we know those patients aren't gonna get messed up because of a glitch or something? And I don't think it's right that patients gotta rely on their own judgment like they're some kinda medical expert... shouldn't there be someone watching over everything? 🤔
 
🤖💊 this is getting crazy AI takin over our meds and no one's checkin if it's good or bad for us... what happens if some AI program messes up a prescription? 🤕 we need human docs not AI chatbots makin decisions that can kill people 💀
 
🤔 I think this is actually kinda cool! I mean, who wouldn't want to save time and hassle with their meds? And if the AI can match 81% of clinician diagnoses, that's a pretty solid track record 📊 Plus, it's not like humans are perfect either - we make mistakes all the time. It's just about making sure we're using these tools responsibly and being mindful of potential risks 💡 I'm all for innovation in healthcare, as long as we're prioritizing patient safety above all else 💕
 
I'm really curious about this whole situation 🤔. I mean, on one hand, having AI oversee prescription refills can be super efficient and help reach more people who need healthcare. But at the same time, it's like we're playing with fire here 🔥. What if the AI makes a mistake? Like, what if someone takes a wrong medication or reacts badly to it? It's not just about the tech itself, but also about how we're using it to replace human judgment and compassion.

It's like, we're so used to relying on machines and algorithms that we forget that humans are still the best ones for making tough decisions 💡. And I'm not saying AI can't be a helpful tool, but shouldn't we be designing systems where humans are always in the loop? It's all about balance, right? We need innovation and progress, but we also need to make sure we're not sacrificing patient safety on the altar of tech 🤖.

And what does this say about our society that we're so willing to hand over critical healthcare decisions to machines? Are we losing sight of the importance of human connection in healthcare? I'm just trying to think critically here, but I know some people might disagree with me 😊.
 
idk how they expect this to work out tho 🤔 I mean, AI can be super helpful but we gotta keep human docs in the loop too. What if there's a rare side effect or interaction with another medication that AI doesn't catch? 🙅‍♂️ we need those experts who've spent years studying and treating patients to double-check these prescriptions. Can't just rely on algorithms, fam 💡
 
AI should be super careful with meds 🤖💊 they can mess up big time 💔 like a bad algorithm 🤯 or just plain ol' human error 🚨 my grandma was on that old school inhaler thingy and one day she almost died because it ran out 😩 not good! 👎 what about when AI gets bored or tired 🤪 and makes mistake? we gotta make sure humans are still in the loop 💡 to prevent any meds mishaps 🚫
 
OMG u guys, i cant even imagine havin a robot prescribin meds 4 me lol! its like they r tryin to take away human docs whos expertise & judgment 🤖💉. i get that AI can b helpful in some ways, but dont think it cld replace the real deal just yet.

i mean, whats next? havin a robot diagnose ur cancer or somethin? 🚑😱 thats not how medicine works, fam! we need ppl with hearts & brains to make life-or-death decisions.

i guess its cool that they r tryin to innovate, but we gotta think about the consequences 1st. dont wanna be like, "oh yeah, AI told me 2 take meds" only 2 find out it was a bad idea 🤦‍♀️💔. need 2 keep human docs in the loop, or at least make shure they r gettin proper oversight.

anywayz, i think we should be more cautious w/ this new tech 🚨👀. dont wanna be playin w/ fire & hopin it doesn't burn us all 😬
 
I'm so glad they're having this convo about the AI oversight for prescription refills... I mean, I get why Utah wants to innovate healthcare, but isn't it better to have a human doctor's expertise? 😬💉 I just worry that relying solely on an AI chatbot might lead to more problems than solutions. What if there's an adverse reaction to a medication or something? It seems like the system is already pretty accurate, so why not keep humans in the loop? 🤔
 
omg I just had this convo with my doc about refilling meds online 🤯 and she said its like having an AI friend who gives you good advice but not a real doctor 😅 I'm kinda torn tbh, on one hand its so convenient but what if the AI gets it wrong? 🤔 I mean I know they say its 81% accurate and all that, but whats the margin of error there? 🤑 I dont wanna be that person who dies from taking a wrong pill 💀 but at the same time, isnt this just a step forward in making healthcare more accessible? 📈 idk I guess what Im saying is we need to be careful about how we implement AI in our lives, especially when it comes to things like meds and stuff 🤝
 
idk about this one... sounds cool on paper but what if something goes wrong? like a bad reaction to meds or somethin'? shouldn't there be more human oversight? i mean, AI is great for diagnosing and all but prescribe meds is a whole different story 🤖👀 we need to make sure we're not putting patients in harm's way just cuz we wanna "streamline" healthcare services. gotta prioritize caution here 💯
 
OMG, y'all! 🤯 I'm low-key worried about this whole AI prescription refill thing in Utah 😬. Don't get me wrong, tech innovations are cool & all, but isn't it a lil' too much to put our healthcare in the hands of machines? 🤖 #AIoverboard #PatientSafetyFirst 💊

I mean, think about it - AI is only as good as its data, and what if that data is flawed or biased? 🤔 We can't just slap a label on "medical expert" on an AI system without doing due diligence! 🔍 Plus, there's always the risk of human error (or in this case, machine error 😉) when it comes to medications & dosages. #RegulatoryRedflags #AccountabilityMatters 💯

We need to be cautious here & make sure we're not sacrificing our patients' well-being for the sake of innovation! 🙅‍♀️ Can't let AI take over without proper oversight & safeguards in place, you feel? 😬 #TechWithATwist #HealthcareHacks 🤖
 
I'm kinda concerned about this whole thing 🤔... I mean, don't get me wrong, innovation in healthcare can be super cool, but what if something goes wrong? Like, what if the AI misdiagnoses or prescribes the wrong meds to someone who needs a specific allergy medication because of their cat's allergies 🐈?

It's great that they're trying to make healthcare more accessible and convenient for patients, but I think there should be some human touch involved in this process. Like, what if the AI says someone's fine when they're not? We can't rely solely on machines to make decisions that affect our health 🤖...
 
🤔 This whole AI-powered prescription refill thing has got me feeling kinda meh. On one hand, I get why they want to make healthcare more accessible and efficient – like, who doesn't love saving money on their meds 🤑? And the tech behind it sounds pretty solid too. But at the same time, isn't it a bit reckless to just leave AI in charge of refilling prescriptions? What if it messes up someone's dosage or interaction with another med? That stuff can be super serious 🤕. I guess what I'm saying is that we need to take a step back and think this one through before we let AI do all the prescribing for us 💭.
 
AI taking over prescription refills? 🤖 That's a recipe for disaster if you ask me! I mean, how can we trust a machine with our health? It's one thing having AI help with diagnosis or data analysis but prescribing meds is a whole different ball game. We need human clinicians to make those tough decisions and monitor things closely. What happens when the system gets clogged up or there's an error? 🚨 I'm not saying we can't innovate, but let's be cautious here and prioritize patient safety above all else 💊
 
Yooo 👀 just saw this crazy news about Utah letting AI do prescription refills 🤖📝 I'm both stoked and concerned at the same time 🤔. On one hand, I think it's amazing that they're trying to innovate and make healthcare more accessible 🌟 especially with their high accuracy rate (81% match for diagnosis and 99% consistency in treatment plans) that's some next level stuff 💻! But on the other hand, I get why people are worried about AI making decisions without human oversight 🤕. It's like, what happens when there's a misdiagnosis or an adverse reaction? 😬 we need to make sure patient safety is top priority and that regulatory bodies are keeping a close eye 👀
 
I'm low-key freaking out over this! Like, I get it, innovation is cool and all, but we gotta make sure our tech isn't putting people's lives at risk 🤯💊 I mean, AI can be super helpful in medical care, but shouldn't we have some humans in the loop? My mom just got her prescription refilled through this system and she seemed pretty chill about it, but what if something goes wrong? We need to make sure there are checks in place, you feel? 🤝
 
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