§ 9-721. Evaluation of permanent impairments

MD Lab & Emp Code § 9-721 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a physician shall evaluate a permanent impairment and report the evaluation to the Commission in accordance with the regulations of the Commission.

(b)    A medical evaluation of a permanent impairment shall include information about:

(1)    atrophy;

(2)    pain;

(3)    weakness; and

(4)    loss of endurance, function, and range of motion.

(c)    If a permanent impairment involves a behavioral or mental disorder, a licensed psychologist or qualified physician shall:

(1)    perform an evaluation of only the mental or behavioral portion of the permanent impairment; and

(2)    report the evaluation to the Commission in accordance with the regulations of the Commission.