Medical Licensing Board calls for suspension of Utah pilot program using AI to refill prescriptions

By: Alixel Cabrera

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: April 28, 2026

Words: 663

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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A first in the nation pilot program that allows an artificial intelligence system to approve prescription medication renewals in Utah is facing criticism from the state’s medical practitioners with the Medical Licensing Board calling for its immediate suspension.

In a letter sent to the Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, the board condemned the state’s agreement with AI company Doctronic, which allows an automated system to process 30-, 60- or 90-day renewals for medications …

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