Healthcare Website Accessibility Audit & WCAG Compliance
Ensure your healthcare website meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards and provides equal access to all patients, including those with disabilities.
Healthcare Accessibility Regulations
HIPAA
Section 508
ADA Title III
WCAG 2.1 AA
Common Accessibility Issues in Healthcare Websites
Patient portal inaccessibility
Appointment booking forms without labels
Medical images lacking alt text
Poor color contrast on health information
Inaccessible telehealth platforms
Benefits of Healthcare Website Accessibility
Serve patients with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities
Avoid costly ADA lawsuits targeting healthcare providers
Meet Section 508 requirements for federal healthcare programs
Improve patient satisfaction and trust
How A11yScan Helps Healthcare Organizations
Comprehensive Audits
Full WCAG 2.1 AA testing covering all healthcare-specific accessibility concerns and regulatory requirements.
Continuous Monitoring
24/7 monitoring catches accessibility issues before they become legal problems or user complaints.
Compliance Reporting
Generate VPATs, accessibility statements, and executive reports tailored for healthcare compliance needs.
Frequently Asked Questions: Healthcare Accessibility
Is website accessibility required for healthcare organizations?
Yes, healthcare organizations must comply with ADA Title III and Section 508 (if receiving federal funding). The DOJ has consistently ruled that websites are 'places of public accommodation.'
What WCAG level should healthcare websites meet?
Healthcare websites should meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA at minimum. This is the standard referenced by ADA enforcement and Section 508 requirements.
How do accessibility issues affect patient care?
Inaccessible websites prevent patients from booking appointments, accessing medical records, understanding health information, and communicating with providers, directly impacting health outcomes.
Healthcare Compliance by Standard
Explore detailed compliance requirements and guidance for healthcare websites under each accessibility standard.
Healthcare WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
Ensure your healthcare website meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreHealthcare WCAG 2.2 Compliance
Ensure your healthcare website meets WCAG 2.2 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreHealthcare Section 508 Compliance
Ensure your healthcare website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreHealthcare ADA Compliance Compliance
Ensure your healthcare website meets ADA Compliance accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreHealthcare EN 301 549 Compliance
Ensure your healthcare website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
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Education Accessibility
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Government Accessibility
Ensure your federal, state, or local government website meets Section 508 requirements and WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Legal Accessibility
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Real Estate Accessibility
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