Minnesota Administrative Rules

5223.0230 SKIN DISORDERS.

Permanent partial disability resulting from skin disorders are a disability of the whole body as set forth in this part. This schedule is based upon the effect of the disorder on the ability to function and perform activities of daily living and the degree of treatment required for the disorder. The schedule is not based upon the location or the percentage of the body affected by a specific skin disorder. Impairment due to burns shall be rated under part 5223.0240 and not under this schedule.

A.

Class 1, 2 percent. Signs or symptoms of skin disorder are present and supported by objective skin findings. With treatment there is no or minimal limitation in the performance of the activities of daily living, although certain physical or chemical agents might temporarily increase the extent of limitation.

B.

Class 2, 10 percent. Signs and symptoms of skin disorder are present and intermittent treatment is required. There is limitation in the performance of some of the activities of daily living.

C.

Class 3, 20 percent. Signs and symptoms of skin disorder are present. Continuous treatment is required. There is limitation in the performance of many of the activities of daily living.

D.

Class 4, 45 percent. Signs and symptoms of skin disorder are present. Continuous treatment is required which may include periodic confinement at home or other domicile. There is limitation in the performance of many of the activities of daily living.

E.

Class 5, 70 percent. Signs and symptoms of skin disorder are present. Continuous treatment is required which necessitates confinement at home or other domicile. There is severe limitation in the performance of nearly all of the activities of daily living.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 176.105

History:

10 SR 1124

Published Electronically:

August 16, 2010