OWCP Claims Status Decoder
Staring at a confusing OWCP status code? Enter your code below for a plain-language explanation of what it means, what action to take, and what deadlines or warnings apply to your FECA claim.
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What it means
Consideration for benefits has been suspended. This typically occurs because you failed to appear for an OWCP-directed medical examination, or because the initial claim was withdrawn.
What to do next
If suspended for missing a directed medical exam, contact OWCP immediately to reschedule. Provide a written explanation and any documentation showing why you were unable to attend.
Important notes
Continued failure to attend OWCP-directed medical examinations can result in permanent denial of benefits. Do not ignore this status — act quickly.
What it means
You are authorized for wage-loss compensation payments on the daily roll — meaning compensation is paid for a finite, defined period through the OWCP compensation management system.
What to do next
Continue submitting Form CA-7 every two weeks to claim ongoing compensation. Each CA-7 covers one biweekly pay period.
Important notes
This status is used for defined periods of wage loss or leave buy-back — not for cases on the periodic roll or schedule awards. Failure to submit CA-7 timely will pause your payments.
What it means
Your case has been administratively closed, typically due to claim withdrawal, prolonged inactivity, or administrative reasons unrelated to the merits of the claim.
What to do next
Contact your OWCP district office if you believe this closure is incorrect or if you need to reactivate your claim.
Important notes
Administrative closure does not necessarily mean your claim was denied. However, you should act promptly if you believe the closure was in error.
Understanding OWCP Status Code Structure
OWCP claim status is displayed as a combination of two two-character codes — an adjudication code and a pay status code. For example: AP-PR means "Accepted, Periodic Roll."
- Adjudication codes (A_, D_) — indicate whether the case is accepted or denied
- Pay status codes (MC, PR, DR, PS, etc.) — indicate the type of payment authorized
- Closure codes (C1–C5, CL, RT) — indicate the case is closed
Your full claim status can be found by logging into ECOMP and viewing your case details, or on written correspondence from OWCP.