AI in Health Care Efficiency and Study Act

HR 7064, the AI in Health Care Efficiency and Study Act, requires the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to study how artificial intelligence can streamline administrative tasks in healthcare while protecting patient privacy. The study will examine AI applications for scheduling, claims processing, electronic health records, and cybersecurity threats like ransomware, involving healthcare providers, health plans, AI developers, and privacy experts. HHS must report findings and recommendations to Congress within 6 months of completing the study, focusing on reducing provider workload, improving data security, and ensuring compliance with health privacy laws. This bill does not create new regulations but directs a federal study to inform future policy on AI in healthcare administration.