Louisiana Impairment Rating Guide
Louisiana workers' compensation requires the latest edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under La. R.S. 23:1221(4)(q), rather than naming a specific edition.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition Latest Edition
Statutory Authority
La. R.S. 23:1221(4)(q)(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
Scheduled injuries use statutory member schedule. Anatomical loss percentages are determined using the most recent AMA Guides where required by La. R.S. 23:1221(4)(q). There is no single body-as-a-whole week formula.
Notes
LA Rev. Stat. Ann. § 23:1221(4)(q) provides that no benefits shall be awarded unless the percentage of anatomical loss of use or amputation is as established in the most recent edition of the AMA Guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does Louisiana use?
Louisiana does not name a specific edition. Under La. R.S. 23:1221(4)(q), the applicable edition is the latest edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. Because this is a moving reference rather than a fixed one, the controlling edition changes when the AMA publishes a new edition — confirm which edition governs the claim before rating.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in Louisiana?
Scheduled injuries use statutory member schedule. Anatomical loss percentages are determined using the most recent AMA Guides where required by La. R.S. 23:1221(4)(q). There is no single body-as-a-whole week formula.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Louisiana?
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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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