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One in seven people have used AI instead of seeing a GP, study finds (www.kcl.ac.uk)
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One in five people who use AI for health advice say it has discouraged them from seeking professional healthcare

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[โ€“] Telodzrum@lemmy.world -1 points 1 day ago (1 children)

In the US at least, every insurance plan is required to cover an annual physical at zero cost to the patient.

[โ€“] Drusas@fedia.io 2 points 1 day ago

A wellness visit is not coded the same as an issue visit.