Medical Office CASp Inspections

Disability Access at Medical Facilities

Medical facilities are held to a higher level of disability access compared to most public accommodations. That shouldn’t come as any surprise. Treatment for people with disabilities are often located at medical facilities. Not only do exam rooms and waiting rooms have special requirements but depending on the type of medical facility, the number of required accessible parking stalls can be much higher than a commercial site.

Our Certified Access Specialists have performed CASp inspections and ADA compliance surveys at many different types of medical facilities ranging from small dental offices to large hospitals. A medical office evaluation by CASp Inspector will typically include an evaluation of the parking, accessible paths of travel, loading zones, counters, waiting rooms, exam rooms, and restrooms if provided. We will evaluate every accessible feature provided on the site so that owners of medical offices can make informed decisions about disability access improvements. Following an onsite inspection, Certified Access Specialist will generate a report that details the areas and elements that require improvement. Included in the report are recommendations for remediation. This CASp Report is the foundation for a barrier removal strategy that increases accessibility for patients and decreases exposure to accessibility related lawsuits.