2021 GI Outlook (GO) Conference | November 2021-Demystifying the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Daily Practice Operations

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In this document, Badri Narasimhan explores the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily practice operations. They begin by defining AI and discussing its different objectives, from replicating human thinking to simply getting systems to work. The focus of the presentation is on using AI to improve decision-making in gastrointestinal (GI) practices.<br /><br />Narasimhan suggests using AI tools to enhance intuition and decision-making processes. By analyzing factors such as online reviews, claim rejections, and cancellations, practitioners can identify patterns and potential causes. Data collection is crucial, and existing reports can be supplemented with recent numeric data. Using Excel or statistical software, practitioners can set up data elements and analyze independent and dependent variables. The result is an equation that predicts claim approval based on factors such as patient age, lag time, and pre-approval existence.<br /><br />To test the model, Narasimhan recommends withholding some data and using the equation to predict outcomes. The margin of error should be taken into account. Moving forward, it is important to understand the key drivers identified by the data and take actions to control them. By quantifying the impact and presenting a business case, practitioners can secure resources to address the identified issues.<br /><br />The document also mentions the next level of AI, which involves machine learning. Rather than manually feeding data to improve the model, the system can learn by itself and alert practitioners when intervention is needed. Ultimately, the message is that AI has many applications in GI practice management beyond medical procedures.<br /><br />Additional resources are provided for further learning, such as searching for information on multiple regression and utilizing tools like SAS, SPSS, and R. Practitioners are encouraged to engage with trade associations and focus groups to learn from others who face similar challenges.<br /><br />Overall, the document provides an overview of how AI can be used in daily practice operations, specifically in GI practices, highlighting the importance of data analysis, decision-making, and continual improvement through machine learning.

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Badri Narasimhan

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artificial intelligence

daily practice operations

replicating human thinking

improve decision-making

gastrointestinal practices

AI tools

data collection

predictive modeling

machine learning

practice management