STAT+: AMA and lawmakers push back on AI care denials

STAT PlusNewsletterHealth Tech Newsletter AMA and lawmakers push back on AI care denials You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s Health Tech newsletter Manage alerts for this article Email this article Share this article By Mario AguilarJune 11, 2026 Health Tech Correspondent Mario Aguilar[email protected]Mario covers technology in health care, including FDA regulation of artificial intelligence; how Medicare pays for health tech; the use of AI in clinical care; mental health chatbots; and consumer wearables. He’s also the co-author of the free, twice weekly STAT Health Tech newsletter. You can reach Mario on Signal at mariojoze.13. You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s Health Tech newsletter, our guide to how technology is transforming the life sciences. Sign up to get it delivered in your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Good morning health tech readers!Advertisement I’ve been a remote worker since early March 2020. Even if it suits me fine, I was surprised to learn it might be ruining my life. STAT+ Exclusive Story Already have an account? Log in This article is exclusive to STAT+ subscribers Unlock this article — plus in-depth analysis, newsletters, premium events, and news alerts. Already have an account? Log in Monthly $39 Totals $468 per year $39/month Get Started Totals $468 per year Starter $30 for 3 months, then $399/year $30 for 3 months Get Started Then $399/year Annual $399 Save 15% $399/year Get Started Save 15% 11+ Users Custom Savings start at 25%! Request A Quote Request A Quote Savings start at 25%! 2-10 Users $300 Annually per user $300/year Get Started $300 Annually per user View All Plans To read the rest of this story subscribe to STAT+. Subscribe Log In health tech, Health Tech Newsletter, STAT+ Submit a correction requestReprints Mario Aguilar Health Tech Correspondent Mario covers technology in health care, including FDA regulation of artificial intelligence; how Medicare pays for health tech; the use of AI in clinical care; mental health chatbots; and consumer wearables. He’s also the co-author of the free, twice weekly STAT Health Tech newsletter. You can reach Mario on Signal at mariojoze.13. STAT+ Newsletter A hitchhiker's guide to the health care AI galaxy Recommended Health Tech Newsletter June 9, 2026 Dexcom RCT suggests CGM benefits for broad diabetes population Health Tech Newsletter June 4, 2026 STAT Plus: Utah Medical Board scolded for going rogue with AI criticism Advertisement Health Tech Newsletter May 28, 2026 STAT Plus: Oura brings rings to the cuffless blood pressure party Health Tech Newsletter May 26, 2026 What do early data from Utah’s Doctronic AI pilot show? Health Tech Newsletter May 19, 2026 STAT Plus: Dexcom CEO hints at future uses for CGM Subscriber Picks