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Plain Language Before Translation: Why It Cuts Cost and Improves Comprehension

Writing in plain language before you translate lowers the number of words you pay to translate. It removes ambiguity that leads to translation errors. It also produces text that people with limited English proficiency can understand and act on. Federal guidance, including CMS translation guidelines, names clear source text as the first step.

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