Medical Directors Say Oregon Rules Hurting Access to Crucial Interpreter Services
Salem, Oregon – The quality of medical interpreter services in Oregon has come under scrutiny by a group of medical directors representing organizations that provide care to over 1.3 million Oregonians. These medical directors are concerned that state rules are impeding access to crucial interpreter services and exacerbating healthcare disparities. Earlier this year, Oregon lawmakers passed a controversial bill aimed at improving medical interpreter access across the state. While supporters of the bill lauded it …