Medical Interpreter Regulations

Appropriate Use of Medical Interpreters | AAFP

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/1001/p476.html

The use of professional interpreters (in person or via telephone) increases patient satisfaction, improves adherence and outcomes, and reduces adverse events, thus limiting malpractice risk. More ...

Limited English Proficiency (LEP) | HHS.gov

https://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/special-topics/limited-english-proficiency/index.html

Limited English Proficiency (LEP) If English is not your primary language and you have difficulty communicating effectively in English, you may need an interpreter or …

Clinicians’ Obligations to Use Qualified Medical …

https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/clinicians-obligations-use-qualified-medical-interpreters-when-caring-patients-limited-english/2017-03

Language Access and Interpreter Services – …

https://www.jointcommission.org/standards/standard-faqs/hospital-and-hospital-clinics/rights-and-responsibilities-of-the-individual-ri/000002120/

Applicability of HR.01.01.01 to providers (nurse, physician, etc) serving as an interpreter for a fellow provider The requirement found at HR.01.01.01 'Note 4' applies to …

Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters

https://cchicertification.org/

National certification puts the medical interpreter profession on par with other professions, including other allied healthcare professionals. CCHI has offered an independent, …

Requirements for Medical Interpreters - Massachusetts …

https://www.massgeneral.org/interpreters/becoming-an-interpreter/requirements-for-medical-interpreters

Requirements for Medical Interpreters at MGH & MGH Affiliates. Oral & written fluency in English and one or more other languages. Strong medical vocabulary & understanding of …

ADA Requirements - Effective Communication | ADA.gov

https://www.ada.gov/resources/effective-communication/

In a doctor’s office, an interpreter generally will be needed for taking the medical history of a patient who uses sign language or for discussing a serious diagnosis …

Section 1557 | Affordable Care Act | FAQ | Interpreters Unlimited

https://www.interpreters.com/section-1557-affordable-care-act-faq/

Everything you need to know about Section 1557 – FAQ Below. Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) went into effect July 18, 2016 and has a direct impact on the …

Laws Requiring Interpreters in Healthcare – …

https://interpretertrain.com/laws-requiring-interpreters-in-healthcare/

We also offer a seven week, Advanced Medical Interpreter Training Program for those who already have some experience interpreting. Laws requiring interpreters in healthcare …

Translation and Interpretation Services | Medicaid

https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/financial-management/medicaid-administrative-claiming/translation-and-interpretation-services/index.html

As of February 2009, oral interpreter services can be claimed using billing code T-1013 code along with the CPT Code used for the regular medical encounter. …