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8832SC

Medical Offices, Physician

South Carolina Workers' Compensation Class Code 8832 • NCCI • Effective 2025-01-01

Current Rate

$0.19

per $100 of payroll

NCCI 2025-01-01

What is Class Code 8832?

Class code 8832 covers medical office and physician practice operations, including doctor's offices, medical clinics, and outpatient medical practices. Work involves patient care, medical procedures, administrative functions, and medical record management. Hazards include needlestick injuries (a significant exposure for clinical staff), patient handling, and exposure to infectious diseases. Florida's large healthcare sector makes this a major classification.

Who is Covered Under This Code?

Physicians, medical assistants, nurses, receptionists, and billing staff in outpatient settings.

Tips to Reduce Your Premium

  • Needlestick prevention programs including safety-engineered devices are required by OSHA
  • Bloodborne pathogen training and hepatitis B vaccination are mandatory
  • Separate hospital operations under code 8833 or 9040
  • Patient handling training reduces musculoskeletal claims for clinical staff

Rate Comparison by State

StateDescriptionRate / $100
SCMedical Offices, Physician$0.19Current
FLMedical Offices, Physician$0.22View
MIMedical Offices, Physician$0.20View
ILMedical Offices, Physician$0.18View
TXMedical Offices, Physician$0.17View
NCMedical Offices, Physician$0.19View

Frequently Asked Questions

What is workers comp class code 8832?

Class code 8832 covers medical office and physician practice operations, including doctor's offices, medical clinics, and outpatient medical practices. Work involves patient care, medical procedures, administrative functions, and medical record management. Hazards include needlestick injuries (a significant exposure for clinical staff), patient handling, and exposure to infectious diseases. Florida's large healthcare sector makes this a major classification.

What is the workers comp rate for class code 8832 in South Carolina?

The current workers' compensation rate for class code 8832 in South Carolina is $0.19 per $100 of payroll, as set by NCCI effective 2025-01-01. Your actual premium will also depend on your experience modification factor (EMR) and the carrier you choose.

Who is covered under class code 8832?

Physicians, medical assistants, nurses, receptionists, and billing staff in outpatient settings.

How can I reduce my workers comp premium for class code 8832 in South Carolina?

Needlestick prevention programs including safety-engineered devices are required by OSHA Bloodborne pathogen training and hepatitis B vaccination are mandatory Separate hospital operations under code 8833 or 9040 Patient handling training reduces musculoskeletal claims for clinical staff

Do I need workers comp insurance for employees classified under code 8832 in South Carolina?

Yes. South Carolina requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Class code 8832 employees must be covered. Penalties for non-compliance in South Carolina can be severe, including stop-work orders and fines. Contact Bright Coast Insurance at (239) 228-8029 for a fast, competitive quote.

Rates shown are advisory loss costs or assigned risk rates as of the effective date listed. Your actual workers' compensation premium will depend on your specific payroll, experience modification factor (EMR), carrier selection, and other underwriting factors. Contact Bright Coast Insurance for an accurate quote tailored to your business.

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Quick Facts

Class Code
8832
State
South Carolina
Rate per $100
$0.19
Rating Org
NCCI
Effective
2025-01-01

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