Impairment Ratings
Our board-certified physicians conduct accurate, evidence-based impairment ratings using AMA Guides methodology — providing reliable disability assessments for workers' compensation, personal injury, and disability cases.
Who Is This For?
- Workers' compensation claimants at maximum medical improvement
- Patients requiring disability percentage determination
- Attorneys needing independent medical impairment assessment
- Insurance carriers requiring impairment rating documentation
- Patients with permanent conditions requiring formal documentation
About Impairment Ratings
Impairment Ratings at Advantage Brain & Trauma are conducted by board-certified physicians trained in the American Medical Association (AMA) Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. These ratings provide an objective, standardized assessment of a patient's permanent impairment resulting from injury or illness.
Our physicians perform thorough medical examinations, review all relevant medical records, and apply the appropriate AMA Guides methodology to determine the degree of permanent impairment. The resulting rating is expressed as a percentage of whole-person impairment, which is used in workers' compensation settlements, disability determinations, and legal proceedings.
Accuracy and defensibility are paramount in impairment ratings. Our physicians maintain current training in AMA Guides methodology and follow standardized examination protocols to ensure that every rating is thorough, objective, and legally defensible.
Who Is This For?
- Workers' compensation claimants at maximum medical improvement
- Patients requiring disability percentage determination
- Attorneys needing independent medical impairment assessment
- Insurance carriers requiring impairment rating documentation
- Patients with permanent conditions requiring formal documentation
How It Works
Records Review
Records Review
The physician reviews all relevant medical records, diagnostic studies, and treatment history to understand the full scope of the patient's condition.
Medical Examination
Medical Examination
A thorough physical examination is conducted, with specific attention to the body systems and regions affected by the injury or condition.
AMA Guides Application
AMA Guides Application
The physician applies the appropriate AMA Guides methodology to the examination findings and medical records to calculate the impairment rating.
Report Generation
Report Generation
A comprehensive report documents the examination findings, methodology used, and the resulting impairment rating with supporting rationale.
Why Choose Advantage Brain & Trauma
Board-Certified Physicians
All ratings are performed by physicians with specialized training in AMA Guides methodology and impairment evaluation.
AMA Guides Compliant
Ratings follow standardized AMA Guides protocols, ensuring consistency and acceptance across jurisdictions.
Legally Defensible
Thorough documentation and standardized methodology produce ratings that withstand legal scrutiny and cross-examination.
Timely Reports
Reports are typically completed within 5-7 business days of the examination, minimizing delays in the claims process.
Expert Testimony
Our physicians are available to provide expert testimony regarding their impairment ratings when needed for legal proceedings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where This Service Is Available
Impairment Ratings is available at 9 of our locations
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