AAMCNews Data from the AAMC Consumer Survey of Health Care Access Oct. 11, 2016 Respondents included 5,542 U.S. adults who received medical care in 2015. Data prepared by AAMC Workforce Studies. U.S. adults who identify as Hispanic or Latino, Asian, or Other Race reported more problems with patient-provider communications than did respondents who were white or black or African American. Uninsured people and those with Medicaid are more likely to report problems with patient-provider communications than are people with Medicare or private insurance. SHARE: Topic: Health Care Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Health Equity Quality & Safety
U.S. adults who identify as Hispanic or Latino, Asian, or Other Race reported more problems with patient-provider communications than did respondents who were white or black or African American.
Uninsured people and those with Medicaid are more likely to report problems with patient-provider communications than are people with Medicare or private insurance.