Minnesota Impairment Rating Guide
Minnesota workers' compensation uses a state-specific permanent impairment schedule under Minn. Stat. § 176.105 / Minn. R. 5223.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition State-Specific Schedule
Statutory Authority
Minn. Stat. § 176.105 / Minn. R. 5223
PPD Calculation
PPD compensation = WPI% × statutory $ figure (tiered by impairment range). Minnesota Rules 5223 contain the rating schedule.
Notes
Minnesota uses its own permanent partial disability schedule (Minn. R. 5223), not AMA Guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Minnesota rate permanent impairment?
Minnesota uses its own state-specific permanent impairment schedule under Minn. Stat. § 176.105 / Minn. R. 5223 rather than mandating an AMA Guides edition. See the notes below for the controlling framework.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in Minnesota?
PPD compensation = WPI% × statutory $ figure (tiered by impairment range). Minnesota Rules 5223 contain the rating schedule.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Minnesota?
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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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