AAOS staff recently attended a presentation on the liability implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare settings by Perry Nielsen Jr., a Stanford biodesign policy fellow. His talk addressed technical challenges of using generative AI and the risk of incorrect or misleading AI-generated outputs. Nielsen emphasized that physician liability can be mitigated by ensuring proper use of AI, applying clinical judgment, and appropriately documenting it.
From a legislative perspective, he shared that Congress is eager to regulate the use of AI, though he acknowledged that stakeholders are cautious of both over- and under-regulation.
Nielsen anticipates that government agencies will continue to focus on early-stage pilot programs using AI, such as the Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) model from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
New York State Governor Hochul's AI initiatives focus on expanding the state's AI research capabilities through the Empire AI Consortium, implementing responsible AI regulations and safety features, and supporting workforce training and small businesses.
Key projects include enhancing the Empire AI supercomputing center, establishing AI Departments at SUNY campuses, creating new safety standards for AI companions, and offering technical assistance and workforce development programs to help New Yorkers adapt to and benefit from AI.
