NHIS

National Health Interview Survey

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Welcome to the
National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)

  • If you received a letter asking you to participate in the NHIS, you may call to schedule a personal visit or telephone interview.

  • A Census Bureau representative will attempt to contact you with a personal visit or telephone call.

Your participation in this survey is important, because it serves as a way to improve the health of your community and our nation.


Collecting data from people like you has led to many positive changes in health care. If you choose to participate, your confidential responses will help provide meaningful data about a range of public health topics.


Your responses matter. With NHIS, a healthier America begins with you.

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