Cohere Health’s **Guiding Principles** of AI

AI can transform healthcare, but only when developed responsibly. At Cohere Health, our four guiding principles ensure that AI improves outcomes, builds trust, and centers the human experience across every prior authorization.

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Better care journeys

Accountability

Grounded in clinical expertise and focused on getting to “yes” the right way

Our AI-powered solutions support-not replace-the expertise of physicians and nurses. A team of 150+ clinical experts ensures every decision is grounded in evidence-based knowledge, focusing on getting to “yes” through clinically sound choices that prioritize the patient’s best interest.

Transparency

Sharing the “why” behind every decision

When our AI approves or pends a request, we explain the clinical basis to the requesting provider. Models are continuously monitored for bias, drift, and accuracy, ensuring decisions remain fair, reliable, and aligned with the latest standards.

Privacy and security

Protecting patient data at every step

Our AI never uses explicit patient identifiers, such as names or locations, for care recommendations. We enforce best-in-class security and encryption while meeting HIPAA, CMS interoperability, and state-specific prior authorization requirements.

Inclusiveness and equity

Care decisions that serve everyone

Our models apply standards of care with fairness across all members, with pended requests reviewed by clinical experts. An AI Governance Board provides oversight to ensure equitable treatment regardless of background, demographics, or geography.

What responsible AI enables

Real benefits for patients, providers, and health plans.

Faster prior authorizations

Reducing turnaround times to get patients the care they need sooner.

Provider satisfaction

Less administrative burden and more collaboration across the care team.

Better patient access

Ensuring equitable and timely treatment for all members.

Regulatory confidence

Meeting and exceeding compliance requirements with transparency and security.

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