Patient Sues Sharp Healthcare Over Unauthorized AI Recording Violations
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Jose Saucedo has filed a proposed class action lawsuit against Sharp Healthcare in San Diego for allegedly using ambient AI technology, specifically Abridge’s clinical documentation app, to record his medical visit without consent. The lawsuit raises significant privacy issues, as California law requires consent from all parties involved in recording confidential conversations. Saucedo claims the recordings contained sensitive medical information and were accessed without authorization, highlighting the risks associated with the integration of AI in healthcare documentation. This case underlines the critical need for clear consent protocols and safeguarding patient privacy in the adoption of emerging health technologies.
