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WEBINAR: Stay Ahead of Section 1557 Language Access Compliance

Written by Suzy duMont-Perez | October 25, 2024

Are you ready to address the changes to Section 1557 compliance requirements related to language access? Ensuring that your healthcare organization meets these new guidelines can be daunting, but we're here to provide you with valuable information and insight into how one healthcare organization is navigating these requirements.

Join us on November 7 at 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT for our exclusive webinar, "Section 1557 Language Access Compliance: Key Steps for Healthcare Organizations." In this session, you’ll receive the latest information on Section 1557 regulations, including upcoming deadlines like the November 2 requirement to designate a Section 1557 Coordinator and update your Notice of Nondiscrimination. We’ll also share a practical checklist to guide you step-by-step through the compliance process, helping your organization avoid penalties while providing equitable care.

We’re excited to feature Becky Ruckno, MSW, MBA, Director of Health Literacy and Interpreting Services at Geisinger Health System. She will address questions about Geisinger’s journey toward compliance. With her expertise in health literacy and interpreting services, Becky will offer valuable insights into how her organization is meeting these requirements while overcoming challenges in implementing Section 1557’s language-access provisions.

This webinar is your opportunity to gain practical advice on improving health equity and ensuring compliance with nondiscrimination regulations, which protect the rights of individuals with limited English proficiency, as well as Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients and beneficiaries. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions directly to Becky and our team, making this an interactive experience tailored to your specific concerns.

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to stay ahead of the compliance curve and support health equity within your organization. Register here to secure your spot and take the first steps toward streamlined compliance with confidence.