This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 62M.02, by adding a new subdivision that defines "artificial intelligence" in accordance with the definition provided in the United States Code, title 15, section 9401. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section, 62M.20, which explicitly prohibits the use of artificial intelligence in the utilization review process for health insurance.

The prohibition extends to all aspects of the utilization review, including the review, evaluation, determination, and appeals processes conducted by utilization review organizations. This legislative change aims to ensure that human oversight remains integral to the decision-making processes in health insurance, thereby safeguarding the quality and reliability of health care evaluations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 62M.02