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Analysis of Healthcare Access and Services for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

  • By

  • Alisha Rao

  • Drishti Pillai

  • Samantha Artiga

  • September 21, 2026

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    In 2024, 28.5 million U.S. residents aged five and older had limited English proficiency (LEP), representing 9% of the population.

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    Hispanic individuals make up 62% of the LEP population, while Asian individuals account for approximately 21%.

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    Individuals with LEP are more than three times as likely to lack health insurance compared to English-proficient individuals.

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    Adults with LEP report poorer access to care, with 34% rating their health as 'fair' or 'poor' compared to 19% of English-proficient adults.

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    Over half of individuals with LEP reside in California, Texas, Florida, and New York, highlighting geographic concentration.

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Overview of Health Coverage and Care for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

  • by Alisha Rao, Drishti Pillai, Samantha Artiga

  • September 21, 2026

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