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Catastrophic Injury or Illness

Date of Publication:

8/10/2015

Definition:

A permanent, severely disabling injury, disorder, or illness incurred or aggravated in the line of duty that compromises the ability to carry out ADL to such a degree that a Service member requires personal or mechanical assistance to leave home or bed, or requires constant supervision to avoid physical harm to self or others.

Source of Definition:

Special Compensation for Assistance with Activities of Daily Living Process

Related Glossary Terms:

Catastrophic Injury or Illness | Catastrophic Illness or Injury

Last Updated: December 08, 2022
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