SMJ articles in the category "limited English proficiency"

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Perceived Discrimination in Healthcare Settings among Latinos with Limited English Proficiency in South Carolina

Objectives: Perceived discrimination in healthcare settings is reported frequently by Latino adults and is associated with reductions in healthcare utilization and having a usual source of care. Little is known about discrimination perceived by Latino adults with limited English proficiency (LEP) who also frequently experience difficulties with healthcare access and…

Posted in: gender 7 Latino 4 limited English proficiency 2 perceived discrimination 2

Original Article

No Difference in Emergency Department Length of Stay for Patients with Limited Proficiency in English

Objectives The population of the United States continues to diversify, with an increasing percentage of individuals who have limited English proficiency (LEP). A major concern facing emergency departments (EDs) around the country is increasing length of stay (LOS). Although multiple studies have shown racial and ethnic disparities in waiting time…

Posted in: emergency department 21 length of stay 14 limited English proficiency 2
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