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![]() New Table of DisabilitiesApril 2006 EditionChapter 10
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Table 10.1 | Loss of Function – Nose | This table is used to rate impairment related to the nose. |
Table 10.2 | Loss of Function – Sinuses | This table is used to rate impairment related to the sinuses. |
Table 10.3 | Other Impairment – Trachea | This table is used to rate impairment from a tracheotomy. |
Table 10.1 is used to rate impairment of the nose, the nasal cavity and the nasopharynx. Only one rating may be selected. If more than one rating is applicable, the ratings are compared and the highest selected.
If more than one condition is to be rated from Table 10.1 the conditions are bracketed for assessment purposes.
When entitled nasal conditions result in permanent impairment of other organ systems, a consequential entitlement decision is required. If awarded, the resulting impairment of that organ system(s) will be rated using the applicable body system specific table(s).
If non-entitled conditions or conditions rated within another chapter/table of the Table of Disabilities are contributing to the overall impairment, then the Partially Contributing Table (PCT) must be applied to arrive at the rating which is due to the entitled condition(s) rated within this table.
Table 10.2 is used to rate impairment of the paranasal sinuses which include the frontal, ethmoid, sphenoid, and maxillary sinuses. Only one rating may be selected. If more than one rating is applicable, the ratings are compared and the highest selected.
When entitled sinus conditions result in permanent impairment of other organ systems, a consequential entitlement decision is required. If awarded, the resulting impairment of that organ system(s) will be rated using the applicable body system specific table(s).
If non-entitled conditions or conditions rated within another chapter/table of the Table of Disabilities are contributing to the overall impairment, then the Partially Contributing Table (PCT) must be applied to arrive at the rating which is due to the entitled condition(s) rated within this table.
Table 10.3 is used to rate impairment resulting from a tracheotomy. Only one rating may be selected. If more than one rating is applicable, the ratings are compared and the highest selected.
When entitled tracheotomy conditions result in permanent impairment of other organ systems, a consequential entitlement decision is required. If awarded, the resulting impairment of that organ system(s) will be rated using the applicable body system specific table(s).
Only one rating may be given from Table 10.1 below regardless of whether the condition is unilateral or bilateral. If more than one rating is applicable, the ratings are compared and the highest selected.
Each bullet () represents one criterion. In order for a rating to be established for Table 10.1, only one criterion must be met at a level of impairment for that rating to be selected.
Table 10.1 – Loss of Function – Nose
Rating | Criteria |
Nil |
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Two |
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Four |
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Nine |
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Only one rating may be given from Table 10.2. If more than one rating is applicable, the ratings are compared and the highest selected.
Each bullet () represents one criterion. In order for a rating to be established for Table 10.2, all criteria designated beside each bullet() must be met.
Table 10.2 – Loss of Function – Sinuses
Rating | Criteria |
Nil |
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Two |
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Four |
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Nine |
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*Symptoms of sinusitis may include:
Only one rating may be given from Table 10.3.
Each bullet () represents one criterion. In order for a rating to be established for Table 10.3, all criteria designated beside each bullet () must be met.
Table 10.3 – Other Impairment – Trachea
Rating | Criteria |
One |
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Thirteen |
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Step 1: | Determine the rating from Table 10.1 (Loss of Function – Nose). |
Step 2: | Does the Partially Contributing Table apply?
If yes, then apply to rating at Step 1. |
Step 3: | Determine the Quality of Life rating. |
Step 4: | Add the ratings at Step 2 and Step 3. |
Step 5: | If partial entitlement exists, apply to the rating at Step 4. |
This is the Disability Assessment for nasal conditions. | |
Step 6: | Determine the rating from Table 10.2 (Loss of Function – Sinuses). |
Step 7: | Does the Partially Contributing Table apply? If yes, then apply to rating at Step 6. |
Step 8: | Determine the Quality of Life rating. |
Step 9: | Add the ratings at Step 7 and Step 8. |
Step 10: | If partial entitlement exists, apply to rating at Step 9. |
This is the Disability Assessment for sinus conditions. | |
Step 11: | Determine the rating from Table 10.3 (Other Impairment – Trachea). |
Step 12: | Does the Partially Contributing Table apply?
If yes, then apply to rating at Step 11. |
Step 13: | Determine the Quality of Life rating. |
Step 14: | Add the ratings at Step 12 and Step 13. |
Step 15: | If partial entitlement exists, apply to rating at Step 14. |
This is the Disability Assessment for trachea conditions. |