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Permanent disability rating (PDR)

A percentage estiment of the level an injury will limit the type of work you are able to do in the future.  Your PDR is based on several factors including: your current medical condition and prognosis, date of injury, age when injured, occupation when injured, how much of the disability is caused by the job itself, and your diminished future earning capacity.  Your PDR determines the number of weeks you are be entitled to permanent disability benefits.