The level of impairment associated with a disorder of the glossopharyngeal, vagus or hypoglossal nerve can be estimated based on the AMA criteria.
Parameters:
(1) dysarthria, dystonia or dysphagia
(2) difficulty swallowing
Dysarthria, Dystonia, Dysphagia
Difficulty Swallowing
Percent Whole Person Impairment
none
normal
0%
mild
chokes on liquids or semisolid foods
1 - 14%
moderate
hoarseness, nasal regurgitation, or aspiration on liquids or semisolid food
15 – 39%
severe
unable to handle oral secretions without choking, requires assistance and suctioning
40 - 60%
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Specialty: Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Neurology
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