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Healthcare Trafficking Indicators

For triage/ED/urgent care/clinic teams — identify red flags and follow defensible actions.

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Current Encounter Risk

LOW
Indicators checked 0/0
Check what you observe to update guidance.

Recommended Actions

  1. Separate patient from accompanying person for part of history.
  2. Use professional interpreter (not companion) if needed.
Clinician Prompts (private)
Trauma-informed questions when alone with the patient.
Scripts
• “Do you feel safe where you’re staying?” • “Is anyone controlling your ID, money, or phone?” • “Has anyone pressured you for sex or work you didn’t agree to?” • “Would you like help with a safe place or resources?”
Follow state/mandated reporting requirements for minors and certain injuries.
Encounter Notes (local)
Objective observations only. Do not store PHI here.
Local Only
No notes yet.
Presentation & History
Flags during triage/HPI.
Moderate / Severe
Exam, Injuries & Sexual Health
Physical findings and labs.
Moderate / Severe
Social & Control Factors
Environment & control dynamics.
Moderate / Severe
Important: Follow mandated reporting for minors and state laws. If a patient is in immediate danger, call 911. For non-emergent guidance, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline (1-888-373-7888).