Cumulative approach

Another method for establishing a conversion factor under the Volume Performance Standard system. It brings actual spending in line with targeting spending and also recovers any surpluses or shortfalls in spending from 2 years before Medicare updates in the fee schedule are made.

Cumulative injury

In workers’ compensation cases, that occurring as repetitive mentally or physically traumatic activities extending over a period of time, the combined effect of which causes any disability the need for medical treatment.

Cumulative Trauma

Any physical or psychological disability that results from the combined effects of repeated injuries or illnesses. Although each injury or illness may be minor at the time it occurs, the cumulative effect over time can lead to claims for physical or psychological disabilities.