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The benefits of a Certified Impairment Rater® are multifold:

To those certified, recognition of a unique skill set - ability to use appropriately the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, Fifth Edition. As a result of this you will distinguish yourself from others who lack this designation. For physicians this will result in more referrals and define greater credibility. For other individuals it will distinguish you and your organization as uniquely qualified to evaluate and manage impairment ratings.

To the workers' compensation and legal system - reduced conflict and more effective and timely resolution of cases.

To insurers - reduced cost and more prompt resolution of cases - by selecting evaluators who have demonstrated their competence and avoiding the need to intervene needlessly with erroneous ratings.

To injured parties - fairer and more reliable assessments of impairment and disability.

To Medical Provider Networks (MPNs) and independent medical evaluation (IME) networks - unique market distinction - thus better able to serve clients.

To Raters and Judges - designates your understanding of the use of the AMA Guides.

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