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
You are authorized for payment of a FECA schedule award for permanent impairment to a scheduled body part under 5 U.S.C. § 8107.
What to do next
You will receive schedule award payments according to the calculated weeks and days in your award letter, at your applicable FECA compensation rate.
Important notes
Schedule awards are payable even if you return to full-duty work. However, they cannot be paid concurrently with wage-loss compensation for the same injury — you must elect between the two during any overlap period.
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.