Impairment Rating Exams

Designated-doctor evaluations for Texas Workers' Compensation cases, performed by Dr. Mark Bronson — DWC-appointed Designated Doctor.

What it is

An Impairment Rating Exam (IRE) determines the percentage of permanent impairment resulting from a work-related injury, following AMA Guides and Texas DWC requirements.

Benefits

  • Performed by a state-appointed Designated Doctor
  • Thorough, defensible documentation
  • Timely report turnaround
  • Decades of workers' comp experience

Conditions we treat

  • •Texas DWC-referred IRE evaluations
  • •Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) determinations
  • •Return-to-work assessments

What to expect

Bring all relevant medical records, imaging, and your DWC-69 form. The exam itself typically takes 45–90 minutes depending on complexity.