The degree of impairment suffered by an individual with a skin disorder can be estimated based on the criteria from the American Medical Association (AMA).
Parameters:
(1) presence of a skin disorder (based on signs and symptoms)
(2) impact on performance of activities of daily living (ADL)
(3) treatment requirements
Skin Disorder
Impact on Performance
Treatment Requirements
Percent Impairment of Whole Person
present or intermittent
no or few limits on ADL; may be worse after exposure to drugs or chemicals
none or intermittent
0 – 9%
present or intermittent
limits some ADL
intermittent or constant
10 – 24%
present or intermittent
limits many ADL
intermittent or constant
25 - 54%
constant
limits many ADL; intermittent confinement to home or domicile
intermittent or constant
55 – 84%
constant
limits most ADL; occasional to constant confinement
intermittent or constant
85 – 95%
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