Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 6th Edition (ISBN 9781579478889)

Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 6th Edition published by the American Medical Association (AMA) is the industry-recognized reference for consistent, evidence-based evaluation of permanent impairment. It establishes the medical and legal framework for disability ratings used by physicians, insurers, and compensation systems worldwide.

Product Details

• Title: Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment
• Edition: 6th Edition
• Publisher: American Medical Association (AMA)
• ISBN-13: 9781579478889
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 634 +
• Price: $79.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free shipping on all orders

Available at BooksGoat, the AMA Guides 6th Edition updates impairment evaluation methods with modern medical standards and improved inter-rater reliability. It provides the clinical framework to document, quantify, and communicate functional loss for every major body system.

What This Book Covers

This edition integrates principles of evidence-based medicine, uniform terminology, and standardized reporting protocols. It guides physicians through impairment ratings with diagnostic criteria, measurement techniques, and case examples for musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and other systems.

Key Features of the 6th Edition

• Evidence-Based Approach: Aligns with current medical research and accepted practice standards.
• Functional Assessment Model: Emphasizes activity limitations and participation restrictions rather than only physical loss.
• Improved Consistency: Enhances accuracy and reproducibility of impairment ratings.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Includes all body systems and region-specific evaluation guides.
• Legal & Administrative Relevance: Accepted by most compensation and disability programs worldwide.

Table of Contents Highlights

1. Concepts and Philosophy of Impairment Evaluation
2. Principles of Assessment and Measurement
3. Upper and Lower Extremity Evaluation
4. Spine and Pelvis Disorders
5. Nervous System Impairment
6. Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Evaluation
7. Ear, Nose, Throat, and Vision Systems
8. Psychiatric and Pain-Related Impairment
9. Glossary and Appendices for Rating Conversion

Who Should Use This Book?

• Physicians performing independent medical evaluations (IMEs)
• Occupational and rehabilitation medicine professionals
• Legal and insurance specialists handling workers’ compensation cases
• Students and residents in physical medicine and rehabilitation

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FAQs

Is the 6th Edition the latest version of the AMA Guides?

Yes — the 6th Edition is the most current comprehensive print edition used for medical and legal impairment evaluation.

Is this book used in workers’ compensation cases?

Yes — it is the accepted standard for impairment ratings in workers’ comp and disability evaluations throughout the U.S. and many countries.

Does it include case examples and rating tables?

Yes — the book contains detailed tables, formulas, and worked examples for each body system.

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Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 6th Edition is the authoritative resource for accurate and consistent medical impairment assessment. Order now from BooksGoat for just $79.99. Free shipping and quiz discount available.