The Secret That Could Save the "Health Element" of Universal Credit

The recent changes in the Health Element of Universal Credit have caused concern among thousands of people. The reduction of this benefit and the elimination of the Work Capability Assessment (WCA) could impact millions of citizens with chronic medical conditions. But what if the solution was not cutting benefits but transforming medical evaluations with artificial intelligence in healthcare?

AI is revolutionizing healthcare, from precise diagnostics to real-time personalized assessments. If the Universal Credit system integrated these technologies, it could more accurately identify who genuinely needs the "Health Element," preventing both fraud and unfair exclusions.

AI in Healthcare: the future of the "Health Element" of Universal Credit

Artificial intelligence in healthcare is already improving the way doctors diagnose and predict diseases. Applications like MedSearch by Arkangel AI allow healthcare professionals to access medical evidence in seconds, optimizing treatments and clinical decisions.

If the eligibility assessment for the Health Element of Universal Credit used AI, it could:

• Analyze medical histories in seconds and detect patterns that reveal real disabilities.
• Reduce waiting times in benefit approvals, ensuring fast assistance for those who need it most.
• Prevent incorrect decisions based on subjective evaluations, guaranteeing fairness and transparency in resource allocation.
• Save millions in healthcare costs by optimizing diagnostics and preventive treatments.

This is not science fiction - it’s a real opportunity

While the debate around the Health Element of Universal Credit focuses on budget cuts, AI in healthcare could be the answer for a more efficient, fair, and sustainable system. At Arkangel AI, we are already implementing solutions that are transforming how diseases are diagnosed and prevented. The question is not whether AI can improve healthcare—it’s when benefit systems will adopt it.

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