Kentucky Impairment Rating Guide
Kentucky workers' compensation uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under KRS 342.0011(37).
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 5th Edition
Statutory Authority
KRS 342.0011(37)(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 425 weeks
Weekly PPD = 66⅔% AWW × AMA impairment × statutory multiplier. Benefits payable for 425 weeks (≤50% disability rating) or 520 weeks (>50% disability rating).
Notes
Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment" means the Fifth Edition published by the American Medical Association (and, for psychological impairments, Chapter 12 of the Second Edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does Kentucky use?
Kentucky uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under KRS 342.0011(37). 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 Kentucky?
Weekly PPD = 66⅔% AWW × AMA impairment × statutory multiplier. Benefits payable for 425 weeks (≤50% disability rating) or 520 weeks (>50% disability rating).
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Kentucky?
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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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