OAR 436-035-0380: Temporary rule language in effect until 10/04/2026. Cardiovascular System

(1) Impairments of the cardiovascular system are determined based on objective findings that result in the following conditions: valvular heart disease, coronary heart disease, hypertensive cardiovascular disease, cardiomyopathies, pericardial disease, or cardiac arrhythmias. Each of these conditions will be described and quantified. In most circumstances, the provider should observe the patient during exercise testing. (2) Valvular Heart Disease: Impairment resulting from work related valvular heart disease is rated according to the following classes: [See attached class descriptions.] (3) Coronary Heart Disease: Impairment resulting from work related coronary heart disease is rated according to the following classes: [See attached class descriptions.] (4) Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease: Impairment resulting from work related hypertensive cardiovascular disease is rated according to the following classes: [See attached class descriptions.] (5) Cardiomyopathy: Impairment resulting from work related cardiomyopathies is rated according to the following classes: [See attached class descriptions.] (6) Pericardial Disease: Impairment resulting from work related pericardial disease is rated according to the following classes: [See attached class descriptions.] (7) Arrythmias: Impairment resulting from work related cardiac arrhythmias* is rated according to the following classes: [See attached class descriptions.] (8) For heart transplants an impairment value of 50% is given. This value is combined with any other findings of impairment of the heart. [ED. NOTE: To view attachments referenced in rule text, click here to view rule.]