Delaware Impairment Rating Guide
Delaware workers' compensation uses a state-specific permanent impairment schedule under 19 Del. C. § 2326.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition State-Specific Schedule
Statutory Authority
19 Del. C. § 2326(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 250 weeks
Scheduled member weeks × impairment percentage. Delaware has no statutory whole-person PPD schedule.
Notes
There is no statute or regulation formally adopting the AMA Guides. Delaware physicians commonly use the AMA Guides in practice,
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Delaware rate permanent impairment?
Delaware uses its own state-specific permanent impairment schedule under 19 Del. C. § 2326 rather than mandating an AMA Guides edition. See the notes below for the controlling framework.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in Delaware?
Scheduled member weeks × impairment percentage. Delaware has no statutory whole-person PPD schedule.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Delaware?
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Does this information constitute legal or medical advice?
No. This page provides general statutory and methodological information for educational purposes only. Statutes change, case law shifts controlling interpretation, and individual cases turn on facts beyond what reference material can capture. Consult qualified legal counsel and a credentialed rating physician for any specific matter.
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