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[Contact](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/contact) # ULG's Language Services Blog [Back To All Articles](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog) Service All Services Localization Translation Interpreting Video Remote Interpreting Over the Phone Interpreting Global Marketing Industry All Industries Government Healthcare Life Sciences Legal Elections Financial Manufacturing Technology Insurance Consumer Goods [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-09-11%20at%2012.01.53%20AM.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/3-ways-healthcare-organizations-can-use-language-access-technology-to-improve-the-patient-experience) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [3 Ways Healthcare Organizations Can Use Language Access Technology to Improve the Patient Experience](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/3-ways-healthcare-organizations-can-use-language-access-technology-to-improve-the-patient-experience) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Every patient deserves to be understood, no matter their language or communication needs. Empowering your healthcare organization to better connect with patients who have language needs, accessibility... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/3-ways-healthcare-organizations-can-use-language-access-technology-to-improve-the-patient-experience) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Are%20You%20Prepared%20for%20Annual%20Enrollment%20Blog%20Header%20-%20980x490%20(2).png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/are-you-prepared-for-annual-enrollment) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Are you prepared for annual enrollment? Here are six key steps to help your organization ensure all members’ language access needs are covered.](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/are-you-prepared-for-annual-enrollment) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) In every annual enrollment period, health plans need to ensure they meet compliance standards, tight deadlines, and budgetary requirements. This year, with updates to Section 1557 of the Affordable Ca... 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[Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/accessibility-in-healthcare-language-access-and-alternate-formats) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/a102f8d3-414d-43fa-8078-a8a6be275e52.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/shaping-health-equity-the-role-of-language-services-in-2024) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Shaping Health Equity: The Role of Language Services in 2024](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/shaping-health-equity-the-role-of-language-services-in-2024) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) The focus on health equity continues to be a pivotal force in the healthcare industry's evolution. With 2024 on the horizon, health systems and health plans are set to intensify their efforts to addre... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/shaping-health-equity-the-role-of-language-services-in-2024) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/How%20to%20Provide%20a%20Seamless%20Digital%20HC%20Experience%20-%20Blog%20Header%20980x490.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-to-provide-a-seamless-digital-healthcare-experience-for-multilingual-consumers) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [How to Provide a Seamless Digital Healthcare Experience for Multilingual Consumers](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-to-provide-a-seamless-digital-healthcare-experience-for-multilingual-consumers) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Whether it’s through websites, apps, patient portals, SMS, or chat, healthcare consumers are demanding the same easy and user-friendly digital experiences they’ve grown accustomed to from retail, bank... 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[Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/control-costs-improve-quality-with-language-services-in-healthcare) [![Member Engagement Blog Image](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(214).png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/5-ways-to-improve-engagement-with-multicultural-members-in-2023) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [5 Ways to Improve Engagement with Multicultural Members in 2023](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/5-ways-to-improve-engagement-with-multicultural-members-in-2023) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) As healthcare organizations continue to battle negative operating margins and rising healthcare costs, efforts to engage and grow patients and members will be critical, particularly among populations ... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/5-ways-to-improve-engagement-with-multicultural-members-in-2023) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Healthcare%20Cost%20Savings%202%20revised.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-increasing-equity-helps-providers-cut-costs-and-improve-lives) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [How Increasing Equity Helps Providers Cut Costs and Improve Lives](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-increasing-equity-helps-providers-cut-costs-and-improve-lives) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) A recent analysis by Deloitte found health inequities currently cost the US healthcare industry $312 billion a year, which could balloon to $1 trillion by 2040 if left unaddressed. Key industry stakeh... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-increasing-equity-helps-providers-cut-costs-and-improve-lives) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(27).png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/improving-health-equity-through-cultural-engagement) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Improving Health Equity Through Cultural Engagement](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/improving-health-equity-through-cultural-engagement) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Despite the progress made over the preceding decades, inequalities persist in many areas of American life, including healthcare. Disparities in both healthcare access and in outcomes like mortality, l... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/improving-health-equity-through-cultural-engagement) [![Diverse group holding hands, healthcare insurance, healthcare, health equity, redetermination](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/BLOG%20(23).png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/help-limited-english-proficiency-lep-populations-keep-insurance-coverage-after-redetermination) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Help LEP Populations Keep Insurance Coverage After Redetermination](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/help-limited-english-proficiency-lep-populations-keep-insurance-coverage-after-redetermination) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Redetermination after the Public Health Emergency In response to the global pandemic, the United States declared a public health emergency, which allowed individuals and families to remain enrolled in... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/help-limited-english-proficiency-lep-populations-keep-insurance-coverage-after-redetermination) [![Diverse people graphic, health insurance plus, health equity](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/BLOG%20(18).png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/health-equity-accreditation-what-it-means-for-your-organization) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Health Equity Accreditation: What It Means For Your Organization](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/health-equity-accreditation-what-it-means-for-your-organization) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is dedicated to improving the quality of healthcare in the United States. But studies show that the caliber of healthcare individuals receive varies... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/health-equity-accreditation-what-it-means-for-your-organization) [![A confused woman surrounded by people she cannot understand, symbolizing language barriers](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/SB%20Blog%20%2310.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-cultural-intelligence-breaks-down-language-barriers-improves-patient-experience) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [How Cultural Intelligence Breaks Down Language Barriers and Improves the Patient Experience](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-cultural-intelligence-breaks-down-language-barriers-improves-patient-experience) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Ask any medical professional, and they’ll say their number one goal is to provide quality patient care and positive health outcomes. But there’s more to meeting the needs of patients than writing pres... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-cultural-intelligence-breaks-down-language-barriers-improves-patient-experience) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Updated%20header%20for%20Translation%20blog%20(1).png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/understanding-value-of-translation-and-interpretation-partner-in-your-procurement-plan) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Understanding the Value of a Translation and Interpretation Partner in Your Procurement Plan](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/understanding-value-of-translation-and-interpretation-partner-in-your-procurement-plan) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) How can teams implement language solutions without going over budget? What’s considered “quality” translation and interpretation to begin with? And what’s the long-term return on investment? These are... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/understanding-value-of-translation-and-interpretation-partner-in-your-procurement-plan) [![reviewing translation of member grievance](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Member%20Grievances%20%26%20Appeals%20Review.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/ulgs-top-tips-for-quickly-translating-member-grievances-and-appeals) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [ULG’s Top Tips for Quickly Translating Member Grievances and Appeals](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/ulgs-top-tips-for-quickly-translating-member-grievances-and-appeals) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Have you evaluated your process for translating member grievances and appeals? Even the most conscientious Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) have disputes with patients and their providers. These can ... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/ulgs-top-tips-for-quickly-translating-member-grievances-and-appeals) [![patient information](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/NCQA%20Blog.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/ncqa-health-equity-accreditation-impact-benefits) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [NCQA Health Equity Accreditation: Impact and Benefits](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/ncqa-health-equity-accreditation-impact-benefits) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) This article was originally published in January 2021 and has been updated. Patients from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds experience health disparities and adverse health outcomes co... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/ncqa-health-equity-accreditation-impact-benefits) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/5-Steps-to-Developing-a-Language-Access-Plan---Blog-Header.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/5-steps-to-developing-a-language-access-plan) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [5 Steps to Developing a Language Access Plan](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/5-steps-to-developing-a-language-access-plan) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Did you know that one in five people in the U.S. speaks a language other than English at home? Imagine them navigating a life where every conversation, every piece of information, feels just out of re... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/5-steps-to-developing-a-language-access-plan) [![No Surprise Act 2022](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/No%20Surprise%20Act%202022.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/providers-are-you-ready-for-the-no-surprises-act) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Providers, Are You Ready for the No Surprises Act?](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/providers-are-you-ready-for-the-no-surprises-act) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Healthcare providers, take note: effective January 1, 2022, your office must comply with the No Surprises Act. That means it’s your responsibility to make sure that your patients know if they will be ... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/providers-are-you-ready-for-the-no-surprises-act) [![An illustration of doctors speaking with a patient](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Blog%20Photos%20-%20Social/Hospital%20scene-1.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/3-common-medical-translation-mistakes-and-how-to-prevent-them) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [3 Common Medical Translation Mistakes and How to Prevent Them](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/3-common-medical-translation-mistakes-and-how-to-prevent-them) By [Raya Parks](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/raya-parks) From routine checkups to medical emergencies, patients count on hospitals to provide excellent treatment. In order to ensure the best quality care, medical professionals must be able to communicate wi... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/3-common-medical-translation-mistakes-and-how-to-prevent-them) [![medical claim translation](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/machine%20translation%20medical%20claim.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/addressing-the-top-3-concerns-around-machine-translation-solutions-in-healthcare) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Addressing the Top 3 Concerns around Machine Translation Solutions in Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/addressing-the-top-3-concerns-around-machine-translation-solutions-in-healthcare) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Within the healthcare industry, machine translation (MT) has rapidly come into focus as a solution for managing turnaround time and efficiency within the translation process. However, as organizations... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/addressing-the-top-3-concerns-around-machine-translation-solutions-in-healthcare) [![Health Risk Assessment](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/health%20risk%20assessment.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-specialized-bilingual-resources-moved-more-members-to-complete-their-health-risk-assessment-hra) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [How Specialized Bilingual Resources Moved More Members to Complete their Health Risk Assessment (HRA)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-specialized-bilingual-resources-moved-more-members-to-complete-their-health-risk-assessment-hra) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Solving HRA Completion Rate Challenges with Bilingual Care Liaisons and Bilingual Resources for LEP Outreach One central objective that many health insurers face is increasing Health Risk Assessment (... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/how-specialized-bilingual-resources-moved-more-members-to-complete-their-health-risk-assessment-hra) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Experts%20in%20MDR%20Compliance-1.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/understanding-the-mdr) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Understanding the MDR](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/understanding-the-mdr) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) The European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) is an extremely daunting set of rules for medical devices within the European Union. The MDR comprises more than 100 articles, making it virtually impossib... [Read More](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/understanding-the-mdr) [![](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/hubfs/Copy%20of%20What%20Impact%20has%20covid-19%20had%20on%20clinical%20trials.png)](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/effects-of-covid19-on-clinical-trials) [Healthcare](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/topic/healthcare) ## [Effects of COVID-19 on Clinical Trials](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/effects-of-covid19-on-clinical-trials) By [United Language Group](https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/author/united-language-group) Although the COVID-19 pandemic will be remembered as a global catastrophe, it also gave rise to worldwide cooperation in order to solve the biggest medical crisis in a century. While the world is not ... 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