Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Primary federal law governing rights of disabled individuals, including Title I (employment), Title II (public services), Title III (public accommodations), and ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). Critical for wheelchair assessment standards and accessibility requirements.
Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Federal legislation including Section 504 (prohibiting discrimination in federal programs) and Section 508 (technology accessibility requirements). Relevant for ensuring wheelchair assessments meet federal program standards.
State-specific Disability Laws: Various state-level regulations and requirements that may impose additional obligations for wheelchair assessments and accessibility standards beyond federal requirements.
OSHA Regulations: Workplace safety standards, employee training requirements, and equipment maintenance standards that must be considered in wheelchair risk assessment procedures.
CMS Requirements: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services requirements regarding documentation, quality of care standards, and assessment procedures for facilities accepting Medicare/Medicaid.
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act requirements governing privacy, medical record documentation, and information sharing protocols in healthcare settings.
Medical Device Regulations (FDA): Food and Drug Administration standards governing equipment safety, maintenance requirements, and incident reporting procedures for medical devices including wheelchairs.
