Purpose/Significance The study aims to comprehensively review the definitions and classifications related to artificial intelligence (AI) in medical healthcare technology, with the objective of supporting regulatory efforts concerning AI healthcare technology in China. Method/Process Combined with literature review and interviews with key experts in the field, the definitions and classifications of AI medical technologies are analyzed and formulated. Result/Conclusion The preliminary principles for defining and classifying AI medical technologies are proposed, which can provide references for the scientific management of AI healthcare technologies.