District of Columbia Impairment Rating Guide
District of Columbia workers' compensation governs permanent impairment rating under D.C. Code § 32–1505 and D.C. Code § 1–623.07 (compensation schedule); no specific edition is statutorily required.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition No Statutory Edition
Statutory Authority
D.C. Code § 32–1505 and D.C. Code § 1–623.07 (compensation schedule)(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 500 weeks
Scheduled injuries use statutory member schedule. Nonscheduled permanent partial disability is wage-loss based rather than a direct WPI × weeks calculation. Whole-body impairment over 20% under the AMA Guides may qualify for an extension beyond 500 weeks.
Notes
District law references the AMA Guides but does not identify a numbered edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which impairment rating methodology does District of Columbia require?
District of Columbia governs permanent impairment rating under D.C. Code § 32–1505 and D.C. Code § 1–623.07 (compensation schedule) but does not statutorily mandate a specific edition of the AMA Guides or other methodology. Rating physicians commonly reference AMA Guides editions, but the choice is not controlled by statute.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in District of Columbia?
Scheduled injuries use statutory member schedule. Nonscheduled permanent partial disability is wage-loss based rather than a direct WPI × weeks calculation. Whole-body impairment over 20% under the AMA Guides may qualify for an extension beyond 500 weeks.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in District of Columbia?
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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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