So, we're thinking of taking our son to Six Flags (Illinois) and I looked up their version of the DAS. Six Flags now requires a Doctor's note complete with Medical ID number stating the guest has a disability or other qualifying impairment under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), without naming the specific nature of the condition. (See below)
I called the park an was told as long as they do not ask for a description or name of the condition, it complies with HIPA. It was done to discourage people from showing up at the park and asking for an Access Pass to scam the system. The person on the phone says it's not a fool proof system, but most people who truly don't need the pass will not go to a doctor and request the note or will not get it even if they do.
It's basically the same plan, go to an attraction, get a return time, but you don't have to wait in the line. I don't see why Disney could not implement this process. It respects the privacy of the individual, but I'm sure it would cut down on the number of DAS cards given out on a daily basis.
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To receive an Attraction Access Pass you must have a note from a doctor. You will only need this note the first time you request an Attraction Access Pass. Your doctor should include the following information:
I called the park an was told as long as they do not ask for a description or name of the condition, it complies with HIPA. It was done to discourage people from showing up at the park and asking for an Access Pass to scam the system. The person on the phone says it's not a fool proof system, but most people who truly don't need the pass will not go to a doctor and request the note or will not get it even if they do.
It's basically the same plan, go to an attraction, get a return time, but you don't have to wait in the line. I don't see why Disney could not implement this process. It respects the privacy of the individual, but I'm sure it would cut down on the number of DAS cards given out on a daily basis.
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To receive an Attraction Access Pass you must have a note from a doctor. You will only need this note the first time you request an Attraction Access Pass. Your doctor should include the following information:
- Doctor's name
- Address of the doctor's practice (Printed stationary is OK as long as it includes the Doctor's medical ID number)
- Phone number of doctor's practice (Printed stationary is OK as long as it includes the Doctor's medical ID number)
- Name of person requesting the Attraction Access Pass
- Statement indicating the guest has a disability or other qualifying impairment under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and/or applicable state law that prevents the guest from waiting in a standard queue.
- Valid time period of disability (permanent or, if temporary, the valid time period the Pass is needed for)
- Doctor's signature
- The note must NOT describe or indicate the nature of the disability.