When a member suffers burns, the member is eligible for a TSGLI benefit for burns if the member meets one of the following two standards:
If the member suffers... | over... |
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2nd degree (partial thickness) or worse burns |
20% of the body including the face and head |
2nd degree (partial thickness) or worse burns |
20% of the face only |
Note: Percentage may be measured using the Rule of Nines or any other acceptable alternative.
Reviewed/Updated Date: May 3rd, 2012