Ensuring Compliance with Language Access Laws

Navigating Language Access Compliance

Ensuring compliance with language access laws is crucial for businesses and organizations. A professional language solutions company will not only provide top-notch language services, but will help ensure that your organization meets all language access requirements, even as they change and evolve.

Understanding Language Access Laws

Language access laws are designed to ensure that individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) have meaningful access to services. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Additionally, many states have laws strengthening language access requirements. Compliance with these regulations is not just a legal obligation but also a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.

Legal Language Services that Meet Regulatory Requirements

A reputable language services provider (LSP) will offer a comprehensive range of legal language services to ensure your organization remains compliant with all language interpretation regulations. These services may include:

• American Sign Language (ASL).  At iTi, ASL is available in person or on-demand 24/7/365 via Video Remote Interpreting, ensuring compliance with the ADA.
• CART and C-Print services. Best compared to live closed captions, these services are popular for classrooms, seminars, and online learning programs.  Additionally, these services are recognized by the ADA as accommodations for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
• Qualified Medical Interpreters.  Section 1557 of the ACA requires that medical conversations with LEP patients include “qualified” medical interpreters, who have successfully completed a federally recognized 40-hour course in medical interpreting. At iTi, we only use qualified medical interpreters for our healthcare assignments.
• Language Proficiency Assessments (LPA).  Some states require bilingual staff members who communicate directly with non-English speaking patients to pass a LPA, demonstrating they are fluent in both English and the patient’s language.  At iTi, we can administer these tests in over 85 languages.
• Nationally Recognized Training courses. For healthcare organizations, another way to ensure compliance is to have qualified medical interpreters on staff. At iTi, we can administer the 40-hour required course to your bilingual staff, either online or by coming to you if you prefer a classroom setting.

Ensuring Translation Compliance

Translation compliance is another critical aspect of language access. Our team at iTi is trained on HIPAA compliance, ensuring that all medical information remains confidential and secure. We provide accurate and reliable translation services to meet all your multilingual legal compliance needs. Our stringent policies and security protocols ensure that your information is safe at all times.

Ongoing Support and Updates

Staying up-to-date with language access policies and regulations can be challenging. That’s why iTi offers ongoing support to keep track of changes in language access laws. We provide regular updates and training to your staff, ensuring they are always informed and compliant.

Why Choose iTi?

Choosing iTi means choosing a partner dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of language access solutions. Our expertise in legal interpretation services and our commitment to compliance make us the ideal choice for your language service needs.

Ready to ensure your organization is fully compliant with language access laws? Get in touch today and let us help you achieve your compliance goals.

Interpreters and Translators, Inc. is a full-service language solutions company based in Glastonbury, Connecticut. iTi is an NMSDC-certified minority owned business.