This module focuses on disability evaluation.
Though the AMA guides are theoretically objective, they can be quite
subjective in practice. Various editions of the AMA guides are
available (the 6th Edition is about to be published). Some
states require the use of the latest edition and others require the use of older versions.
It is important to distinguish between
impairment (medical factors) and disability (the social effect of impairment).
A new concept in case management, Impairment Re-evaluation, will be
explained and common areas of disagreement will be noted.
"Red Flags" such as disability out of proportion to impairment,
iatrogenic disability and total disability will be discussed.
In addition, methods to evaluate an employee who has been
declared totally disabled will be presented.
Upon completion of this module,
the participant will be able to:
• Distinguish between impairment and disability
• Describe total disability "red flags"
Once you start the module,
you will have 10 days to view it. The module can be viewed numerous
times if you choose. Each module has been segmented to make
it easy for viewing stopping and starting. Simply click the
timer bar to stop and start.
An exam will be made available upon
completion of the webcast. Once you begin the exam you will
have 24 hours to complete it.
The Webcast will not be available for viewing during the examination.
