This bill aims to prohibit the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the utilization review process for health insurance in Minnesota. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 by adding a new subdivision to section 62M.02 that defines "artificial intelligence" according to federal law. Additionally, it modifies section 62M.09, subdivision 3, to require that physicians conducting adverse determinations attest in writing that AI was not used in the review process. Any adverse determination made in violation of this requirement is declared null and void.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new section, 62M.20, which explicitly prohibits the use of AI in any part of the utilization review, evaluation, determination, or appeals processes by utilization review organizations. It also empowers the attorney general to enforce this prohibition, ensuring compliance with the new regulations. Overall, the legislation seeks to maintain human oversight in critical healthcare decision-making processes by eliminating the role of AI.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 62M.02
1st Engrossment: 62M.02, 62M.09