The Joint Commission has announced a partnership with the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI) to establish guidelines for the responsible use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. This collaboration aims to develop best practices and promote their implementation across hospitals and health systems in the United States.

Importance of the Collaboration

The Joint Commission, which accredits over 23,000 healthcare organizations in the U.S., will work with CHAI, a nonprofit focused on responsible AI standards, to:

• Co-develop tools and playbooks for AI implementation.
• Create a new certification program based on evidence-based standards.

The first set of guidelines is expected to be released in fall 2025, followed by the AI certification program.

Current Trends in AI Adoption

Recent research indicates that the adoption of AI in healthcare is rapidly increasing, with approximately 46% of American healthcare organizations currently in the initial stages of implementing generative AI. However, there is a significant need for clear guidance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of these technologies.

Expert Insights

Dr. Michael Pfeffer, Chief Information and Digital Officer at Stanford Health Care, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating:

“This effort represents a thoughtful approach to navigating how to best deploy and implement these emerging technologies. The guidance and tools provided will help accelerate innovation and improve patient outcomes.”

Future Outlook

Dr. Jonathan B. Perlin, President and CEO of The Joint Commission, noted the transformative potential of AI in healthcare:

“In the decade ahead, nothing has the capacity to change healthcare more than AI in terms of innovation and disruption. We are creating a roadmap for healthcare organizations to harness this technology safely.”

CHAI has been actively expanding its membership, which now includes nearly 3,000 organizations, and is committed to ensuring that AI is used safely and effectively in healthcare settings.