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Catastrophic Illness or Injury

Date of Publication:

10/31/2019

Definition:

A permanent, severely disabling illness, disorder, or injury incurred or aggravated in the line of duty that compromises the ability to perform 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

Last Updated: January 24, 2023
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