Factsheets: Hospital Language Assistance Law: English Language

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On September 13, 2006, new communication assistance regulations went into effect for all private and public hospitals throughtout New York State. The new rules are intended to improve your access to health care and protect you from medical harm from communication problems in hospitals. If your ability to communicate in English is limited, or if you are hearing- or vision-impaired, you have a right to free communication assistance...

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