Functional Capacity
Evaluations (FCEs) for Work Ability & Compliance

Comprehensive, job-relevant evaluations designed to assess physical ability, functional performance, and behavioral factors that impact an individual’s capacity to work. FCEs support objective, defensible decisions related to employment, disability, and return-to-work readiness.

What is a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)?

Objective evaluation of work-related physical and functional ability
A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a structured assessment that measures an individual’s physical capabilities and functional performance in relation to specific job demands. These evaluations examine strength, endurance, mobility, and task performance, along with behavioral and effort-related factors.
FCEs provide objective data to help organizations determine work capacity, functional limitations, and readiness for job duties.

Primary Goal

To objectively assess an individual’s physical and functional work capacity and support safe, compliant employment decisions.

Job-Relevant Assessment

Evaluations aligned with specific job tasks and physical demands.

Clinical Expertise

Assessments conducted by Licensed occupational and physical therapists using standardized protocols.

Objective Performance Data

Clear, measurable findings that support informed decision-making.

Defensible Reporting

Structured documentation suitable for employment, claims, and compliance needs.

Who This Service Is For

Designed for stakeholders involved in work capacity and functional assessment

Employers & HR Teams

  • Support return-to-work and accommodation decisions
  • Evaluate physical readiness for job duties
  • Reduce risk through objective assessment

Insurers & Claims Teams

  • Assess functional ability related to disability or injury claims
  • Support benefit and case determinations
  • Strengthen documentation accuracy

Occupational Health & Legal Professionals

  • Evaluate functional performance against job demands
  • Support case reviews and compliance decisions
  • Interpret work-related physical capacity

The Xcelable Platform

When Are FCEs Needed?

Common scenarios requiring functional work capacity evaluation

Return-to-Work Decisions

Determine readiness and appropriate restrictions following injury or illness.

Disability & Claims Evaluation

Assess functional ability related to disability or benefit determinations.

Job Demand & Capacity Matching

Evaluate whether an individual can safely meet job-specific physical requirements.

Evaluation Process Timeline

Evaluation Request Submitted

FCE usually lasts 3–6 hours

Job Demand Review

Relevant job requirements and tasks are reviewed.

Functional Evaluation Conducted

Physical performance and functional capacity are assessed.

Report Delivery

Detailed findings securely delivered to authorized stakeholders.

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