Tennessee Impairment Rating Guide
Tennessee workers' compensation uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under T.C.A. § 50-6-204.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 6th Edition
Statutory Authority
T.C.A. § 50-6-204
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 450 weeks
PPD weeks = WPI% × 450 weeks. Multipliers apply if worker returns to work at pre-injury wage.
Notes
AMA Guides 6th Edition required for injuries on/after July 1, 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does Tennessee use?
Tennessee uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under T.C.A. § 50-6-204. 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 Tennessee?
PPD weeks = WPI% × 450 weeks. Multipliers apply if worker returns to work at pre-injury wage.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Tennessee?
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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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