Psychiatric impairment evaluations help assess the lasting psychological effects of a workplace injury and their impact on an individual’s functioning. The evaluation considers relevant psychiatric history, medical records, clinical findings, and applicable Washington impairment guidelines. These assessments are intended to provide an independent opinion regarding psychiatric impairment for authorized workers’ compensation matters.
When a psychiatric condition from a workplace injury has stabilized, a psychiatric impairment evaluation, also called an impairment rating, measures the degree of permanent impairment. Evaluations use the rating method that applies to the claim.
Claim managers, self-insured employers, attorneys, and other authorized referral sources.
In most cases, authorization is required before the evaluation is scheduled.
Whether you are seeking psychiatric services, need an independent evaluation, or are coordinating care, The Psychiatric Group is here to help you find the appropriate next step.