Medical company announces program for 'AI-powered prescriptions' in Utah
Summary
A medical company called Nolla Health received approval in Utah to start a pilot program where artificial intelligence (AI) can issue initial acne treatment prescriptions. The program will gradually reduce physician involvement as AI proves safe, aiming to offer faster and cheaper access to care without office visits.Key Facts
- Nolla Health is based in New York City and received authorization from Utah regulators for this AI prescription pilot.
- The program applies to Utah residents 18 and older using the Nolla Derm app.
- Patients verify their identity, consent, fill out a questionnaire, and take a five-angle face scan.
- AI creates a personalized acne treatment plan and, if suitable, issues an initial prescription within 10-15 minutes.
- The pilot has three stages, starting with two physicians reviewing every AI prescription before it goes to patients.
- Later stages reduce physician pre-approval, with doctors reviewing cases afterward or a sample monthly.
- Patient safety must meet targets, such as 95% agreement with physicians and no serious side effects, to progress through stages.
- Patients can message a licensed physician anytime at no extra cost through the app.
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