Table 1 Patient Reported Provider Cultural Competency (PRPCC) Scale Items With 5-Point Rating Scale (1 = never, 2 = seldom, 3 = sometime, 4 = usually, 5 = always)

1. My doctor asks me why I think I got sick.

2. My doctor talks with me about medications I may use other than the ones he/she prescribes.

3. My doctor talks with me about traditional healing remedies I may use.

4. My doctor asks if I seek advice from other family members and friends in making decisions about my health care.

5. When discussing diagnosis and treatment related to my condition, my doctor asks if I would like to include family members in the discussion.

6. My doctor takes time to help me understand possible side effects of the medications he or she prescribes for me.

7. My doctor informs me of the resources in my local community where I can find help.

8. My doctor asks if I understand his/her instructions and if not repeats them when necessary.

9. My doctor asks if I have other questions or concerns before I leave the office.

10. My doctor helps me to ask questions about my condition and treatment.

11. My doctor helps me answer the questions he or she asks.

12. My doctor encourages me to stop him or her when I am confused.

13. My doctor helps me make decisions about my treatment.