Wisconsin Impairment Rating Guide
Wisconsin workers' compensation uses a state-specific permanent impairment schedule under Wis. Stat. § 102.52 / DWD 80.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition State-Specific Schedule
Statutory Authority
Wis. Stat. § 102.52 / DWD 80(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
Wisconsin uses its own DWD 80.32 minimum impairment schedule. It can be accessed at https://wisinsalliance.com/documents/2023/04/dwd-80-32-amendments-draft.pdf/. Permanent partial disability schedule is posted in statute 102.52. In cases included in the schedule of permanent partial disabilities indemnity shall be paid for the healing period, and in addition, for the period specified, at the rate of two-thirds of the average weekly earnings of the employee, to be computed as provided in s. 102.11
Notes
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development publishes minimum impairment ratings in DWD 80; AMA Guides referenced as supplementary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wisconsin rate permanent impairment?
Wisconsin uses its own state-specific permanent impairment schedule under Wis. Stat. § 102.52 / DWD 80 rather than mandating an AMA Guides edition. See the notes below for the controlling framework.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin uses its own DWD 80.32 minimum impairment schedule. It can be accessed at https://wisinsalliance.com/documents/2023/04/dwd-80-32-amendments-draft.pdf/. Permanent partial disability schedule is posted in statute 102.52. In cases included in the schedule of permanent partial disabilities indemnity shall be paid for the healing period, and in addition, for the period specified, at the rate of two-thirds of the average weekly earnings of the employee, to be computed as provided in s. 102.11
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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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