New Mexico Impairment Rating Guide
New Mexico workers' compensation uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under NMSA 1978 § 52-1-24.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 6th Edition
Statutory Authority
NMSA 1978 § 52-1-24
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 700 weeks
PPD weeks = impairment% × modifier (age/education/physical capacity) × 700 weeks.
Notes
AMA Guides 6th Edition is the standard reference; New Mexico uses modifiers similar to the Colorado approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does New Mexico use?
New Mexico uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under NMSA 1978 § 52-1-24. 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 New Mexico?
PPD weeks = impairment% × modifier (age/education/physical capacity) × 700 weeks.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in New Mexico?
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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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