Language barriers in health care contribute to inefficiencies at the very least; at worst, they can impact patient care. Having the right language services in place improves outcomes for limited English proficient patients while maximizing staff efficiency and minimizing costs.
Here’s a look at how language access breaks down communication barriers at the most critical touchpoints, enhancing the patient experience at every stage.
For hospitals and other healthcare organizations, ensuring language access is the law. It’s also the right thing to do. Is your organization complying with the law while providing the best possible patient experience at every opportunity?
If not, consider working with a language services provider that offers a comprehensive solution.
About LanguageLine®
LanguageLine has been the world leader in innovative language-access solutions since 1982. The company sets the global standard for phone, video, and onsite interpreting, as well as translation of the written word. LanguageLine is trusted by more than 30,000 clients to enable communication with the limited English proficient, Deaf, and Hard of Hearing communities. LanguageLine provides the industry’s fastest and most dependable access to more than 35,000 professional linguists in 290-plus languages — 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Please do not hesitate to contact us.