What is the process for obtaining the Medical Impairment Rating?
The following is a brief outline of the Workers’ Compensation Medical Impairment Rating process. This general information may not include all circumstances and is not meant as legal advice. • Either party may request a physician from the Registry to perform an impairment evaluation. The requesting party is responsible for completing the “Application for a Medical Impairment Rating (MIR).” The requesting party must send a copy of this application to the other party and to the MIR Program Coordinator. • After receiving the request, the Program Coordinator will supply the parties with the names of the independent and qualified Registry physicians who practice within the appropriate geographical area. • If the parties agree on a selection from that listing, the requesting party should notify the Program Coordinator, who will schedule the appointment. • If the parties cannot agree on a selection, either party may request a three (3) physician listing from the Registry by completing another
