Medicare's AI-based prior approval program drew criticism in new documents released Tuesday. The documents depict a hastily implemented rollout. They also flag unusually high denial numbers. News reports highlight extended waits for care from the program. MarketWatch reported that Medicare is using artificial intelligence for claim approvals, with resulting denial rates that are alarmingly high. Newsweek also reported the treatment delays. STAT also reported about the released records.

Separately, Medicare is set to expand a pilot that pays for technology to manage chronic diseases. STAT covered that planned expansion.