Understanding the Impact of Immigrants on the U.S. Health Care System
Immigrants significantly contribute to the U.S. health care workforce, particularly in direct long-term care and hospital settings, highlighting their essential role in health services.
Immigrants are vital to the U.S. health care system, playing crucial roles across various sectors, particularly in direct long-term care and hospital environments.
Data from recent studies emphasizes the importance of immigrant labor within these key industries, showcasing their contributions to health services.
As the health care landscape continues to evolve, recognizing and supporting the role of immigrants in this workforce is essential for maintaining quality care.
Updates
Update at 15:28 UTC on 2026-06-18
KFF reported This issue brief provides data on immigrants’ role in the U.S. health care workforce, including within key industries such as direct long-term care and the hospital workforce.
Sources: KFF