Channel 4 Utah reports on new research from Intermountain Health showing that patients with chronic lung disease spent significantly less time in the hospital when AI was incorporated into their at-home care. The study focused on monitoring patients between clinic visits using connected devices that measure lung function, combined with AI that encouraged healthier behaviors and flagged early warning signs of deterioration.
Clinicians in the segment explain how the program fills a critical gap in care: understanding what happens to patients between hospitalizations and healthcare events. By providing continuous visibility into patient health, the AI system helps care teams intervene earlier and manage chronic respiratory conditions more effectively.
Key findings reported: patients in the program experienced 50% fewer hospitalizations, 20% fewer ER visits, and paid 60% less in healthcare costs compared to standard care.