Physical Disabilities Documentation Guidelines

Documentation of mobility or other physical disability should consist of a letter or report from a qualified health care professional (i.e. physician). The letter or report should include the following:

• The type of disability.
• A statement of the functional limitation(s) caused by the disability.
• A description of the duration of functional limitation(s), such as any distance limitations.
• Whether the condition is stable or progressive.
• Whether the condition is temporary or permanent.
• Information about current medication(s) used to treat the disability.
• Possible side effects of any prescribed medication.
• Suggested recommendations for effective and reasonable accommodations.