Definition #
ML systems assessing urgency and routing patients to appropriate care.
Key Characteristics #
- Symptom checker NLP
- Wait time prediction
- Language translation
- Mental health screening
Why It Matters #
Reduces ER overcrowding by 35% (JAMA Network).
Common Use Cases #
- Post-surgery monitoring
- Chronic condition management
- Rural healthcare access
Examples #
- Babylon Health
- Teladoc
- K Health
FAQs #
Q: Diagnostic accuracy?
A: 89% match with nurse triage for common conditions (NEJM).
Q: Emergency handling?
A: Auto-alerts EMS for chest pain/shortness of breath symptoms.