On-Demand & Scheduled
Medical Interpreter Services for Hospitals and Clinics
Book a qualified medical interpreter for appointments, procedures, discharge instructions, and emergency admissions. LinguaOne provides healthcare interpreter services across Minnesota — on-site, by phone, or over video, in more than 100 languages including ASL.
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Interpreting for Every Setting
Our interpreters work the proceedings where a mistranslated word carries real consequences.
Legal Interpreting, By Language
Select a language to check availability — most languages below can be arranged on short notice.
Five Ways to Get an Interpreter
Every situation is different — pick the format that fits, and switch anytime.
Phone Interpreting
On-demand, no appointment needed. Ideal for quick calls, customer service, and emergencies.
- Connects in under a minute
- Billed per minute
- 12+ languages available now
Video Remote Interpreting
Face-to-face interpreting over video — well suited to medical visits and sensitive conversations.
- Visual cues & body lang. preserved
- Ideal for healthcare & ASL
- Scheduled or on-demand
In-Person Interpreting
An interpreter physically present for appointments, depositions, or meetings.
- Best for legal & high-stakes settings
- Serving Minnesota on-site
- Book 48 hours ahead
ASL Interpreting
Certified American Sign Language interpreters for appointments, events, and education.
- In-person or video
- Deaf & hard-of-hearing accom.
- Education & workplace settings
Conference Interpreting
Simultaneous or consecutive interpreting for multilingual conferences and large events.
- Simultaneous & consecutive modes
- Multi-language event support
- Equipment coordination available
How Booking Works
1
Tell us what you need
Case type, language, date, location, and how long you expect it to run.
2
We match an interpreter
A linguist experienced in clinical settings and familiar with the specialty involved.
3
Connect or meet
Share intake notes or a glossary in advance. Everything is handled under HIPAA-aligned protocols.
4
Get a clear invoice
Transparent hourly or half-day pricing. No surprise fees after the proceeding.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What’s on your mind?
In most cases, yes. Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act requires covered providers to offer meaningful access to patients with limited English proficiency, and the ADA covers Deaf and hard-of-hearing patients. Providers are expected to use a qualified interpreter rather than a bilingual staff member or a family member.
It's strongly discouraged and, under Section 1557, generally not permitted except in emergencies or when the patient specifically requests it. Relatives often soften a diagnosis, omit details, or lack the vocabulary. A neutral interpreter protects both the patient and the provider.
Yes. Our phone interpreter services connect triage and admissions staff to a live interpreter in under a minute, with no booking. It's the fastest option for ED arrivals, urgent intake, and after-hours calls.
Yes. We send on-site interpreters to providers across Minnesota, including Mankato, Rochester, Owatonna, Faribault, New Ulm, and St. Peter. Where travel isn't practical, video remote interpreting covers scheduled appointments.
Every interpreter assigned to a healthcare client is experienced in medical environments and familiar with clinical terminology, anatomy, medication names, and the register providers use when delivering difficult news. You can read more about our team on our About Us section
Interpreters sign confidentiality agreements before any assignment, and patient information is handled under HIPAA-aligned protocols. Files shared with us are transmitted and stored securely, and nothing is retained beyond the encounter.
Yes, and it's one of the most requested uses of our service. Interpreters work through consent forms, risks, and post-op instructions carefully, so the patient's understanding can be documented properly in the chart.
Phone interpreting is billed per minute; scheduled in-person and video assignments are billed hourly with a minimum. Facilities can be invoiced monthly rather than per encounter. For general questions about scheduling and pricing, see our FAQ section.
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