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HHS Clinical Waiver Pathway

HHS J1 Clinical Waiver Pathway for Physician 2026

This anonymous survey looks at how HHS waiver delays are affecting physician start dates, especially in hospital medicine, primary care, and psychiatry. It covers timelines, job location, and HPSA status. Responses are anonymous and will be shared in summary form only and share it with the press.
1.Are you currently applying for an HHS J-1 waiver?(Required.)
2.In which state is your intended employment located?(Required.)
3.What is your primary specialty for this position?(Required.)
4.what is the HPSA score for your worksite?(Required.)
5.What is your expected start date?(Required.)
6.When did you submit your application to HHS?
(Please provide the date your application was submitted to HHS, not the date shown on the DOS case status website.)(Required.)
7.Is your employer willing to pay the $100,000 penalty if you are required to leave the country?(Required.)