Interpreter Services
DDS will pay for foreign language interpreting services and sign language interpreting services when needed as a reasonable accommodation to allow claimants to participate in medical exams and the DDS process.
- In accordance with Rehabilitation Services policy, fees for foreign language interpretation are paid at the usual and customary local rate.
- In accordance with Rehabilitation Services policy, fees for sign language interpretation are based on the certification level of the interpreter. The current fee schedule is: $20 an hour for Level I, II or III certification; $25 an hour for Level IV certification; and $30 an hour for Level V certification.