Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00364:reg:40
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00364
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 40
Character Range: 62582–63283

40     Ankylosis of shoulder or elbow.

Table 9.2  Lower extremity

Assessment is in accordance with the range of joint movement. X-rays should not be taken solely for assessment purposes.

Where a joint has been surgically replaced assessment is in accordance with its function.

Shortening of the lower extremity by 2.5cm or more is an impairment of 5%.

For conditions not covered (such as flail joints) the assessor should have regard to the loss of function (not exceeding the maximum allowed for amputation).

Values are for one joint only. Where more than one joint is affected, values should be combined using Table 14.1 (Combined values chart).

% WPI  Description of level of impairment