Immigrant Health Care Experiences: Trump Administration Survey
here’s a summary of the key findings from the provided text regarding healthcare access adn concerns among immigrant populations:
Key Findings:
* Delayed/Skipped Care: Roughly three in ten (30%) immigrant parents report their child missed, skipped, or delayed health care in the past 12 months. This rate is significantly higher (58%) among likely undocumented immigrant parents, with 43% citing immigration concerns as the reason.
* Barriers to Care: Lack of insurance (44%), relying solely on emergency room care (42%), and limited English proficiency (LEP) (42%) are also strongly associated with delayed or skipped care.
* Avoiding Care Due to Fear: Nearly half (48%) of likely undocumented immigrants, and 14% of all immigrant adults, have avoided seeking medical care as January 2025 due to immigration-related fears. This is more common among uninsured immigrant adults and parents.
* Fear of Information Sharing: A majority (51%) of immigrant adults are concerned about healthcare providers sharing patient information with ICE or CBP. This concern is very high (78%) among likely undocumented immigrants. The Trump administration’s attempt to share Medicaid data with DHS for immigration enforcement likely exacerbated thes fears.
* Financial Barriers: Healthcare costs, along with the cost of basic needs like food and housing, remain important concerns for immigrant families.
In essence, the text highlights that fear of immigration enforcement and financial constraints are major obstacles to healthcare access for immigrant communities, especially those who are undocumented.