Perspectives on Spain's legislative experience providing access to healthcare to irregular migrants: a qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

In 2018, Spain adopted a national law that significantly expanded healthcare access to all residents, including undocumented migrants. This was a substantial shift from a more restrictive system of coverage in previous years. However, irregular migrants continue to experience challenges accessing healthcare in Spain. This study aimed to describe the legislative and administrative barriers to implementation of this law from the perspective of providers and administrators of the healthcare system.

Design

We interviewed 12 individuals using a semistructured format.

Setting

Spain.

Participants

12 participants were interviewed; 7 males, 5 females. Participants included Spanish healthcare workers, government officials, hospital administrators, individuals

SUBMITTER: Hsia RY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8395358 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature