Update from EDI Systems

DN0442: Net to Zero Code

Definition: Indemnity benefit are owed to the injured worker, but because of a full offset due to an adjustment, credit, or reduced earnings, the Net Weekly Amount has been reduced to zero. This code is only present during the time the benefit is being reduced to zero. This code should not be used in conjunction with 2xx Employer Paid Benefits.

Record: R22

Format: 1 A/N

Values: Z = Net to Zero

DP Rule:

• The Net to Zero Code should be present on any SROI transaction (including the Suspension) for the duration of the benefit being net to zero.
• An event transaction other than a 02 should be used when adding or removing the Net to Zero Code (example: CA, CB, etc). SROI 02 cannot be required after a suspension (SX) when the Net to Zero Code no longer applies.  
• The conditions that require this field to be reported should be indicated in the Jurisdiction’s Event Table.  
• Refer to Net to Zero Population Rules in Section 4. 

File Layout:

Rec   DN         Data Element Name    Format Length  Beg End

R22 0442        Net to Zero Code          A/N      1            646 646