What it means

For those impacted, bias of this type can lead to inadequate treatment for serious health conditions among Black patients, exacerbating health disparities and contributing to poorer health outcomes. 

On a societal level, reliance on biased algorithms reinforces racial inequities in healthcare access and quality, potentially codifying discrimination within medical practices and insurance policies. 

The findings highlight the need for reform in how algorithms are developed and implemented in healthcare settings to ensure equitable treatment for all patients.