The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) requires that individuals with disabilities have access to medical care services and access to the facilities where these services are provided.   As a medical care provider it is important to be aware of accessibility requirements for your office, exam room and building.

This article is adapted from "Access To Medical Care For Individuals With Mobility Disabilities”, The U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights.