More NJ Medicare patients due to face AI scrutiny over procedures in 2026

NJ Medicare Patients to Face AI Scrutiny

A federal pilot program will use artificial intelligence to help decide which medical procedures will be covered by the insurer in 2026.

New Jersey residents signing up for Medicare may be part of this program, which will affect traditional Medicare coverage.

Open enrollment for Medicare has begun, with seniors choosing between traditional Medicare and privately run Medicare Advantage plans.

Artificial intelligence will help decide which medical procedures will be covered by the insurer.

In New Jersey and five other states, traditional Medicare will have this new AI twist in 2026.

Author's summary: AI to decide Medicare coverage in NJ.

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Gothamist Gothamist — 2025-10-15

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