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Utah Just Let an Algorithm Write Prescriptions

Physician oversight waived in state sandbox; federal review status unclear

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  • Kerri Miller

  • April 13, 2026

  • 3 min

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    Utah has allowed an AI system to prescribe nearly 200 medications without direct physician involvement, marking an unprecedented shift in U.S. clinical practice.

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    The AI prescribing program aims to improve medication access and adherence, addressing persistent shortages in primary care.

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    Concerns remain regarding the lack of peer-reviewed evidence for safety and effectiveness, as well as unresolved liability issues.

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    The FDA has not reviewed the AI prescribing system, raising questions about compliance with federal laws governing prescription drugs.

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    Experts recommend requiring robust evidence, including clinical trial data, before integrating AI prescribing into routine healthcare.

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Utah Just Let an Algorithm Write Prescriptions

  • by Kerri Miller

  • April 13, 2026

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