Grade Description
0 Fully active, no performance restriction as a result of disease.
1 Restricted in physically strenuous activity. Ambulatory. Able to do light work, e.g. light house work, desk work.
2 Unable to perform any work activities. Ambulatory. Up & about > 50% of waking hours.
3 Only able to perform limited self care. Wheelchair confined > 50% of waking hours.
4 Completely disabled. Unable to perform self care. Totally bed or chair confined.
5 Dead