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OWCP Claims Status Decoder

Understand what your claim status means and what to do next. Codes are below. Enter your claim code. Multiple choices may appear due to crossover in actions. Look for your specific code.

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D4 - Denied, Not in Performance of Duty

Category: Denial

What it means:

Your claim has been denied because the injury did not occur while you were performing your official duties.

What to do next:

Submit evidence showing that the injury occurred while performing your job duties, during work hours, or in an activity that benefited your employer.

Warnings/Important Notes:

Activities outside the scope of employment, during commuting, or during unauthorized breaks are typically not covered.

Understanding OWCP Status Codes

The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) uses a combination of codes to indicate the status of a claim:

  • Adjudication Codes (2 characters) - Indicate whether a case is accepted or denied (e.g., AP, D5)
  • Pay Status Codes (2 characters) - Indicate the type of payments authorized (e.g., MC, PR, PS)
  • Closure Codes (2 characters) - Indicate a case has been closed (e.g., C1, C5)

Your claim status can be found on ECOMP by logging into your account and viewing your case details, or on correspondence you receive from OWCP.

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