California Department of Managed Health Care - Physical Access to Health Care Fact Sheet

What access do I need?

Each person has different needs. Check what you need in the list below. Before your appointment, talk to the doctor’s office about the things you checked.

Ask your doctor to keep a copy of this list in your medical records. You can also print a worksheet on “Physical Access” at www.opa.ca.gov.

Access Checklist

◼ I need a bus stop or parking space close to the building.
◼ I need a path with ramps from the parking or bus to the building.
◼ I need wide doorways to get into and through the building.
◼ I need an accessible restroom.
◼ I need an accessible scale.
◼ I need an exam table that lowers to 17–19 inches from the floor.
◼ I need help getting on and off the exam table.
◼ I need to bring my service dog.
◼ Other needs:
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