CommonSpirit Health Dramatically Ramps Up AI Use, Boosting Earnings by $100M
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
CommonSpirit Health, based in Chicago, has significantly scaled its use of artificial intelligence (AI), increasing from 160 to 230 AI applications in just two years, generating over $100 million annually. This growth highlights the organization's commitment to innovation while prioritizing patient safety and data security through a robust governance framework. Led by the Ethics, Data, Algorithm, and Governance Committee (EDAG), which includes diverse healthcare professionals, the organization implements a careful review process for new AI tools, ensuring only safe and effective technologies are adopted. Their phased approach to AI integration, starting with administrative functions before expanding to clinical applications, sets a model for other healthcare institutions considering similar technology investments.
