Functional Capacity Evaluations for Attorneys

Objective Functional Assessments for Complex Injury, Disability, and Insurance-Related Cases

Katie Witt, PT, DPT, NCS

Functional Capacity Evaluation Specialist

Providing comprehensive, evidence-based Functional Capacity Evaluations for attorneys seeking objective information regarding an individual's functional abilities, limitations, and physical capacity following injury or illness.

Attorney Referrals | Personal Injury | Disability/ERISA | Insurance Defense

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When an Injury’s Functional Impact Needs to Be Objectively Measured

Medical records provide important information regarding diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. However, they may not fully describe how an injury affects an individual's ability to perform daily activities, physical tasks, or functional demands.

A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) provides a standardized, performance-based assessment of an individual's demonstrated abilities and limitations.

FCEs may assist attorneys with:

• Personal injury case evaluation

• Disability and ERISA claims

• Insurance defense case review

• Settlement discussions

• Mediation preparation

• Trial preparation

About Katie Witt, PT, DPT, NCS

Katie Witt is a licensed physical therapist specializing in the evaluation of complex neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.

Her clinical background includes advanced experience assessing individuals with conditions such as spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, neurological disorders, and complex orthopedic injuries.

Katie combines clinical expertise with objective functional testing to provide clear, comprehensive evaluations designed to answer important questions about an individual's current functional status.

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Why Attorneys Refer

Objective & Evidence-Based Evaluations

Each evaluation is performed using standardized testing methods and clinical observation to document demonstrated functional abilities.

Specialized Clinical Experience

Experience evaluating complex neurological and musculoskeletal conditions allows for assessment of challenging cases involving significant functional limitations.

Efficient Scheduling & Timely Reporting

• Appointments typically available within 5 business days

• Detailed reports typically completed within 72 hours

• Direct communication throughout the referral process

Clear, Attorney-Focused Reporting

Reports are organized to address referral questions and provide meaningful information regarding functional abilities and limitations.

Common Referral Questions

An FCE may help answer:

• What are the individual's current functional abilities?

• What physical activities can the individual safely perform?

• What limitations are demonstrated during standardized testing?

• How does the injury affect daily activities and functional demands?

• Are reported limitations consistent with observed performance?

• What objective findings support the individual's functional status?

The FCE Process

Step 01

Referral & Record Review

Relevant medical records and referral questions are reviewed prior to evaluation.

Step 02

Functional Evaluation

A comprehensive assessment is performed to evaluate physical abilities, activity tolerance, and functional limitations.

Step 03

Detailed Reporting

A written report summarizes objective findings, clinical observations, and functional conclusions.

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Refer a Case

To discuss whether a Functional Capacity Evaluation may be appropriate for your client, please contact:

Katie Witt, PT, DPT, NCS

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