Functional Capacity Evaluation(s) (FCE):

A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) or Physical Assessment Evaluation determines the true physical abilities and measures all physical demand levels of the testing subject. A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a comprehensive battery of performance based tests that is used commonly to determine ability for work, activities of daily living or leisure activities.

FCE testing measures the subjects physical demand levels with regards to walking, balancing, crawling, finger dexterity, eye-hand-foot coordination, the ability to carry, stoop, kneel, handle, feel, pull, crouch, reach, use tools, sit, stand, lifting capacity, and range of motion.

Abacus IME protocol in combination with experienced and knowledgeable health care provider(s) provides a comprehensive report with reliable, objective, fact based data that can be used by our clients in several areas.

• Measure Functional Capacity.
• Return to Work Abilities.
• Return to Work Restrictions.
• Post-Employment Recommendations.
• Job Placement Decisions.
• Treatment Planning.
• Return to Work Program.
• Disability Evaluations.
• Case Management and Case Closure.

Range Of Motion Testing (ROM):

ABACUS IME healthcare provider(s) and healthcare providers are certified to perform range of motion testing. A range of motion test allows the healthcare provider(s) to determine the functional ROM a particular joint. ABACUS IME healthcare provider(S) actually measure ROM to ensure all validity criteria is met during manual range of motion testing.

Employer Services:

ABACUS IME provides employers with the avenue to verify an applicant’s ability to perform work.

Post-Offer Job Offer Medical Evaluation/Testing:

ABACUS IME offers employers state of the art Post Job Offer Medical Evaluation/Testing Services. These examinations are performed for employers who require applicants who have been given a job offer to undergo physical and/or psychological examinations prior to commencing their employment.

A well designed program for a pre-placement examination will mean fewer injuries and accidents in the workplace and provides advantages to both the employer and the employee. A pre-placement examination provides employers with information that assists them in placing employees in appropriate positions within the company.

Hiring decisions can never be made on the basis of physical limitations or disabilities, however by utilizing the Post Job Offer Medical Evaluation an employer and the employee will have the information necessary to determine whether the job can be performed safely without putting the employee or others at undue risk of injury. Additionally, it can be used for determinations of any needed accommodations necessary for the employee to perform the job.

Our representatives are available for a detailed on-site analysis as well as on-site testing.

ABACUS IME healthcare provider(s) are trained and experienced with the requirements of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).