North Dakota Impairment Rating Guide
North Dakota workers' compensation uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under N.D.C.C. § 65-05-12.2.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 6th Edition
Statutory Authority
N.D.C.C. § 65-05-12.2
PPD Calculation
PPI compensation = WPI% × statutory amount per percent. Threshold of 14% WPI for eligibility (verify current threshold).
Notes
AMA Guides 6th Edition is the statutory standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does North Dakota use?
North Dakota uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under N.D.C.C. § 65-05-12.2. 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 North Dakota?
PPI compensation = WPI% × statutory amount per percent. Threshold of 14% WPI for eligibility (verify current threshold).
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in North Dakota?
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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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