The National Health Law Program (NHeLP) is a public interest legal organization that works to protect and advance the health rights of low-income and underserved individuals. Founded in 1969, the organization uses litigation, policy advocacy, and education to improve access to quality health care, with a focus on Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, reproductive health, and civil rights in health care.
Access to Medicaid and public health coverage, Affordable Care Act implementation, reproductive and sexual health rights, health equity, language access, disability rights, civil rights in health care, and consumer protections in health policy
Foundation grants, charitable contributions, and government and project-based grants
Works closely with legal aid organizations, health consumer advocacy groups, civil rights organizations, and national health policy coalitions
Non-profit organization