Georgia Impairment Rating Guide
Georgia workers' compensation uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-263.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 5th Edition
Statutory Authority
O.C.G.A. § 34-9-263(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 300 weeks
PPD award = applicable scheduled weeks × impairment percentage × weekly compensation rate. For whole-body impairment, 300 weeks × WPI percentage × two-thirds of AWW, subject to statutory limits.
Notes
AMA Guides 5th Edition is the statutory reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does Georgia use?
Georgia uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-263. The applicable edition is generally determined by the worker's date of injury; consult counsel for cases that straddle effective-date transitions.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in Georgia?
PPD award = applicable scheduled weeks × impairment percentage × weekly compensation rate. For whole-body impairment, 300 weeks × WPI percentage × two-thirds of AWW, subject to statutory limits.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Georgia?
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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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