Wisconsin W-2 DCF-F-DWSP2012 Medical Examination

Wisconsin Works (W-2) case managers send this form to a participant's treating or examining medical professional before assigning work, training and education activities. The professional states whether a health condition limits participation for up to 40 hours a week and for how long, rates physical abilities such as lifting, sitting and standing, and recommends suitable activities, accommodations and weekly hours.

Who completes it

The medical professional completes every section below the agency box and signs by hand. The W-2 agency enters the patient and return details at the top and includes the patient's signed release of information.

Submitting and payment

How to submit it
Scan or mail the completed form to the Wisconsin Works agency and worker named at the top, attaching the patient's treatment plan if applicable.
Who pays
The form sets no fee and does not say who pays the medical professional for completing it.

Good to know

  • Physical ability is recorded in five areas: lifting and carrying (in pounds), sitting and standing or walking (hours in an 8-hour day), fine motor skills and general movement.
  • A handwritten, wet signature in blue or black ink is required, even though the Word version can be filled in on screen before printing.
  • The form asks how often the condition will cause absences, an estimate of weekly hours up to 40, and when the recommendations should be reviewed.
  • Mental health conditions go on the companion DCF-F-126-E Mental Health Report; caregiving for a disabled relative goes on DCF-F-DWSP10786.

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Medical Examination and Capacity

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Frequently asked questions

What does the W-2 Medical Examination and Capacity form ask?

Whether a condition limits structured activities up to 40 hours a week and for how long; relevant facts, diagnosis and prognosis as they affect function; lifting, sitting, standing, fine motor and movement limits; suitable W-2 activities; needed accommodations; limits in reading, writing, computer use and group work; expected absences; weekly hours; and a review date.

Can the provider recommend a Social Security disability application on this form?

Yes. The form asks whether, based on the patient's condition, the professional recommends that the patient apply for Social Security disability benefits with advocacy from the Wisconsin Works agency. The agency handles the application support.

How is DCF-F-DWSP2012-E returned?

The directions say to scan or mail the completed form to the Wisconsin Works agency named at the top and to attach the patient's treatment plan if applicable. The signature must be handwritten in blue or black ink.