New York A00387 mandates general hospitals to develop language assistance programs to ensure access for patients needing language support.

New York A00387 amends the public health law to require general hospitals to create language assistance programs. These programs must ensure meaningful access and reasonable accommodation for patients requiring language assistance. Key components include designating a language assistance coordinator, providing ongoing education and training, and ensuring timely identification of patients' language needs. The program also mandates the availability of skilled interpreters and communication support for vision and hearing-impaired patients.

New York A00387 mandates general hospitals to develop language assistance programs to ensure access for patients needing language support.

New York A00387 amends the public health law to require general hospitals to create language assistance programs. These programs must ensure meaningful access and reasonable accommodation for patients requiring language assistance. Key components include designating a language assistance coordinator, providing ongoing education and training, and ensuring timely identification of patients' language needs. The program also mandates the availability of skilled interpreters and communication support for vision and hearing-impaired patients.