Health and Recovery Services Administration, Department of Social and Health Services

Interpreter Services Client Information


How Do You Get An Interpreter?

DSHS WILL PAY For Interpreter Services When:

DSHS WILL NOT PAY For An Interpreter When:
  • Interpreter is asked for by someone other than your doctor or the doctor's staff

  • Interpreter is a member of your family

  • Interpreter is not contracted with or approved by DSHS

  • Your medical service is not covered by your DSHS medical benefits

DSHS interpreters are tested and approved by DSHS.  All information about your appointment is kept private.  If you need to cancel your appointment, please tell your doctor as soon as you can so they can tell the interpreter not to come.


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