Healthcare groups oppose proposed $100,000 H-1B fee for medical workers
Major U.S. healthcare organizations are asking the Trump administration to exempt medical professionals from a proposed H-1B petition fee of $103,265. They warn the added cost could worsen staffing shortages. The proposal comes from the Department of Homeland Security.
Healthcare associations representing U.S. medical employers are urging the Trump administration to carve out doctors and other medical personnel from a planned H-1B filing charge. The Department of Homeland Security has proposed the fee, set at $103,265 per petition.
The groups argue that requiring hospitals and clinics to pay that amount for each medical worker would make recruitment harder. They caution that the expense may deepen existing workforce gaps, especially where facilities already struggle to fill positions. The request seeks an exemption for medical professionals.
If finalized, the fee could affect hospitals, clinics, patients, and medical workers who rely on H-1B sponsorship. Some employers may find sponsorship less feasible, potentially intensifying staffing shortages and delaying care. Patients in underserved areas could face longer waits or reduced access. The outcome may depend on whether officials grant an exemption or modify the proposal.