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Utah Approves AI App for Psychiatric Prescription Renewals

4/8/2026

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Utah approved Legion Health's AI app to renew psychiatric prescriptions without a doctor's approval.
The pilot costs $19 per month and is limited to stable patients already on treatment.
It excludes new prescriptions and controlled substances.
Experts warn about over-treatment and question the app's ability to assess patient needs.
Findings from the 12-month safety data are due by year-end to evaluate effectiveness and potential expansion.

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Utah approved Legion Health's AI app to renew psychiatric prescriptions without a doctor's approval.
The pilot costs $19 per month and is limited to stable patients already on treatment.
It excludes new prescriptions and controlled substances.
Experts warn about over-treatment and question the app's ability to assess patient needs.
Findings from the 12-month safety data are due by year-end to evaluate effectiveness and potential expansion.