Episode 37: Impairment Ratings After Surgery--Are They Essential?
Spinal surgery doesn’t end the case—it reframes it. In this episode, we break down what attorneys need to know about impairment ratings following spinal fusion, ADR, and laminectomy. We cover: Typical WPI ranges post-surgery How apportionment to pre-existing conditions is determined Why surgeons and rating doctors often provide different perspectives If you're closing cases without a post-surgical IR, you could be leaving serious value on the table. #personalinjury #impairmentrating #medicolegal #spinalsurgery #trialprep #attorneysupport