Class Codes & Rates:

Code 8831, the veterinary hospital classification, also is assigned to veterinarians conducting private practices in the care of animals. The classification applies to professional employees as well as nonprofessionals and the phraseology specifically includes drivers. Clerical office employees who qualify under the Standard Exception rule of the Basic Manual are classified to Code 8810. Veterinary employees who greet clients and their animals and have exposure to harm from this encounter such as being bitten, scratched or otherwise injured by these animals are not considered clerical employees and are assigned to Code 8831. Veterinary employees who greet clients and their animals and have absolutely no exposure to any potential harm from these animals are assigned to Code 8810.