Summary Rating
Legal basis: LC §4660.1
Definition
The formal disability rating report issued by the Disability Evaluation Unit after applying the PDRS formula to a medical evaluator's impairment findings. The summary rating shows the conversion from WPI to adjusted permanent disability, including occupational group, variant, age adjustment, and FEC modifier.
Key Facts About Summary Rating in 2026
QME Physicians in CA
~2,500
Evaluation Fee Range
$2,500-$4,000
Report Deadline
30 days
Avg AI-Assisted Turnaround
14 days
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Summary Rating?
The formal disability rating report issued by the Disability Evaluation Unit after applying the PDRS formula to a medical evaluator's impairment findings. The summary rating shows the conversion from WPI to adjusted permanent disability, including occupational group, variant, age adjustment, and FEC modifier.
What is the legal basis for Summary Rating in California workers' compensation?
Summary Rating is governed by LC §4660.1 under California workers' compensation law. This statute defines the requirements, procedures, and standards for summary rating in the workers' compensation system as of 2026.
How is summary rating calculated in California?
Summary Rating in California workers' compensation is typically determined using the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001). QME and AME physicians use standardized rating methods to ensure consistency across evaluations.