The Impact of Limited English Proficiency on Healthcare Access and Outcomes in the U.S.: A Scoping Review

The Impact of Limited English Proficiency on Healthcare Access and Outcomes in the U.S.: A Scoping Review

A majority of individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) in the U.S. are foreign-born, creating a complex intersection of language, socio-economic, and policy barriers to healthcare access and achieving good outcomes. Mapping the research literature is key to addressing how LEP intersects wi...

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Main Authors: Sylvia E. Twersky, Rebeca Jefferson, Lisbet Garcia-Ortiz, Erin Williams, Carol Pina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-01-01
Series:Healthcare
Subjects:
limited English proficiency
immigrants
hospitalizations
ambulatory care
screening
healthcare outcomes
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/12/3/364

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