Permanent impairment
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If your work-related injury or illness results in a permanent impairment, you may wish to claim a permanent impairment lump sum payment.
In most cases, to be eligible for a permanent impairment payment a doctor must assess you as having a permanent impairment of at least 10%.
Permanent impairment lump sums are assessed according to Comcare's Guide to the Assessment of Degree of Permanent Impairment. The guide informs a doctor about how to make an assessment and what different impairments are available for the full range of bodily systems and functions.
A permanent impairment payment does not affect payments for benefits by Comcare. View the current permanent impairment payment rates.
Assessment of a permanent impairment is not a quick process. It usually takes at least four months before an assessment can be completed.
How do I claim for permanent impairment?
1. Print out and complete the Compensation claim for permanent impairment and non ecomomic loss form [pdf].
2. Take the form to your medical provider, discuss your needs and have your medical provider complete the form
3. Submit the form to Comcare, GPO Box 9905, Canberra, ACT, 2601.
4. If requested by Comcare, attend a medical examination by a permanent impairment assessor
5. Complete the questionnaire when requested by Comcare
6. Comcare will advise you in writing of its decision