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STAT+: Lobbyists and trade groups fight to shape how states regulate medical AI

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Briefings

In early October 2026, influential lobbying groups including the American Medical Association, Anthropic, and Elevance Health met in Washington, D.C., to form a 22-member AI workgroup convened by the Federation of State Medical Boards. This group aims to draft guidelines for regulating medical AI, specifically focusing on tools performing clinical functions without direct physician supervision. Recommendations are expected to be finalized in weeks to months and potentially form the basis of state-level legislation. The process remains confidential during meetings, with a spokesperson noting the goal is to balance expertise across various medical sectors and patient safety.

Key points

• A 22-member AI workgroup was convened by the Federation of State Medical Boards in early October 2026 to develop guidelines for regulating medical AI.
• Key participants include the American Medical Association, Anthropic, Elevance Health, and representatives from state governments, with recommendations expected to be finalized in weeks to months.

Context

This briefing covers a recent meeting of influential lobbying groups in Washington, D.C., in early October 2026, where they formed a 22-member AI workgroup to draft guidelines for regulating medical AI. The workgroup includes major medical associations, technology companies, and health insurers, with recommendations potentially influencing state-level legislation on medical licensure and AI practice.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single meeting in early October 2026 where confidential discussions occurred. Specific dates for final guideline publication are not confirmed, and the impact of these recommendations on state legislation remains uncertain. The source does not provide details on the final content of the guidelines or the specific outcomes of the workgroup.

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