Access to hospital interpreter services for limited English proficient patients in New Jersey: a statewide evaluation.

Context/objectives: We surveyed New Jersey (NJ) hospitals to assess current language services and identify policy recommendations on meeting limited English proficiency (LEP) patients' needs.

Methods: Survey with 37 questions regarding hospital/patient features, interpreter services, and resources/policies needed to provide quality interpreter services.

Results: Sixty-seven hospitals responded (55% response rate).