Artificial Intelligence is also referred to as AI. This term is used to describe the ability of a digital computer or even a computer controlled robot to replicate tasks that would normally be completed by intelligent beings such as humans.

As computer technology improves, so does the effectiveness of Artificial intelligence.

Great examples of AI in the health insurance sector is the Babylon App available from Bupa. They essentially built a brain for the app using artificial intelligence and it can read, understand and learn from medical datasets, patient health records and consultant notes.

This is a transformational force in healthcare and enables medical professionals to work faster and see more people. It also makes patient care easily accessible wherever you are in the world.

AI is also playing an important role in supporting clinical decision making as well as gradually changing the practice of surgery with technological advancements in imaging, navigation, and robotic intervention.