The American Dental Association has asked that federal investment and support be provided to help boost small and rural practices’ adoption of artificial intelligence tools.
Five notes:
1. The ADA submitted comments to the HHS Department Feb. 20 in response to a request for information on clinical AI adoption.
2. In its letter to the HHS Department, the ADA highlighted challenges facing rural practices, including limited technology infrastructure, workforce gaps, high upfront costs and regulatory uncertainties.
3. The organization urged the HHS Department to provide incentives and support to help practices adopt modern electronic records systems and other clinical documentation improvements.
4. The ADA also encouraged federal initiatives to improve data capture and exchange so that AI can be integrated into existing dental workflows, according to a Feb. 20 news release.
5. Additionally, the ADA requested a standardized definition of “non-medical devices” to help practices integrate AI technology with clear guidance on liability, patient consent, privacy and security.
