NJ Medicare Patients to Face AI Scrutiny
A federal pilot program will utilize artificial intelligence to decide which medical procedures will be covered by the insurer in 2026.
New Jersey residents signing up for Medicare may be part of this program, which affects traditional Medicare in six states.
Open enrollment for Medicare has begun, with seniors choosing between traditional Medicare and privately run Medicare Advantage plans.
The program brings an AI twist to traditional Medicare in New Jersey and five other states.
Author's summary: AI to decide Medicare coverage in 2026.