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AI tools blamed for rising US healthcare costs, survey finds

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A survey by JG Wentworth found that 92% of U.S. adults have postponed or skipped medical care due to expenses. A PwC study indicates that healthcare costs are projected to continue rising, with commercial healthcare costs expected to increase by 9% in 2027. The PwC study also suggests that AI-enabled revenue optimization tools will contribute to these rising costs. AI

IMPACT AI-driven revenue optimization tools are cited as a factor contributing to the projected rise in healthcare costs, potentially exacerbating access issues.

RANK_REASON The cluster consists of commentary on a survey and a study, with a strong opinionated take on the role of AI.

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AI tools blamed for rising US healthcare costs, survey finds

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    Some 92 percent have delayed or abandoned medical care because of costs, according to a survey of 1,507 U.S. adults by financial services firm JG Wentworth. Hea

    Some 92 percent have delayed or abandoned medical care because of costs, according to a survey of 1,507 U.S. adults by financial services firm JG Wentworth. Healthcare costs aren’t expected to go down through 2027, a June study from financial firm PwC found. “Health plans are pro…

    LINKS independent.co.uk/…/us-medical-costs-doct…

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