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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to accurately fill out the D9cWorksheetForm.doc. HCFA online. This document is essential for reporting and evaluating permanent work-related mental impairment and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

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1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the D9cWorksheetForm.doc. HCFA and open it in the compatible editor.
2. Enter the patient’s name in the designated field to clearly identify the individual being evaluated. This should be followed by filling in the claim number, date of service, and insurer’s information.
3. Include the DSM-IV diagnosis at the top of the worksheet to ensure the assessment is based on the appropriate mental disorder criteria. This is a crucial step in the evaluation process.
4. For each of the four Areas of Function (Activities of Daily Living, Social Functioning, Thinking, Concentration and Judgment, and Adaptation to Stress), rate the patient’s condition from 0 to 6 based on the provided descriptions.
5. Calculate the overall category rating for each Area of Function by averaging the two highest scores within that area. Note these averages in the appropriate section of the worksheet.
6. Proceed to calculate the overall impairment rating by averaging the two highest Area of Function averages. If necessary, use clinical judgment to adjust the score by up to 0.5 points and provide justification for any modifications.
7. Utilize the Category Conversion Table provided in the form to convert the calculated final score into a corresponding percentage for the overall permanent impairment rating.
8. Document all findings, including ratings for elements in each area, the overall averages, and any deviations from the calculated score. Ensure that all information is clearly and accurately reflected in the form.
9. Once completed, save the changes made to the form. You can then download, print, or share the D9cWorksheetForm.doc. HCFA as necessary.

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