Hawaii Impairment Rating Guide
Hawaii workers' compensation uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under HRS § 386-31.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 5th Edition
Statutory Authority
HRS § 386-31
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 312 weeks
PPD weeks = WPI% × 312 weeks (whole body). Scheduled members have fixed weeks.
Notes
AMA Guides 5th Edition is the standard reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does Hawaii use?
Hawaii uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under HRS § 386-31. 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 Hawaii?
PPD weeks = WPI% × 312 weeks (whole body). Scheduled members have fixed weeks.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Hawaii?
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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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