Proposed Revisions to Workers' Compensation Rules
of the North Carolina Industrial Commission

 

Note: The following constitutes the proposed changes in this Rule. Added language appears in bold italic script, and proposed deletions are indicated by strikeout. The changes will not go into effect until further notice by the Industrial Commission.


Article IV. Disability, Compensation, Fees

Rule 405

Computation of Compensation for Amputations

(1) Amputation of any portion of the bone of a distal phalange of a finger or toe at or distal to the visible base of the nail will be considered as equivalent to the loss of one-fourth (¼) of such finger or toe.

(2) Amputation of any portion of the bone of the distal phalange of a finger or toe proximal to the visible base of the nail will be considered as equivalent to the loss of one-half (½) of such finger of toe.

(3) Amputation through the forearm at a point so distal to the elbow as to permit satisfactory use of a prosthetic appliance with retention of full natural elbow function shall be considered amputation of the hand. Otherwise, it shall be considered amputation of the arm.

(4) Amputation through the lower leg at a point so distal to the knee as to permit satisfactory use of a prosthetic appliance with retention of full natural knee function shall be considered amputation of the foot. Otherwise, it shall be considered amputation of the leg.


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