An impairment rating is the rating you will receive after your impairment
rating evaluation (IRE). Your IRE will be performed by an independent
professional. This rating is intended to signify how severe your disability
is when compared to a typical level of health or functionality. You will
receive a percentage rating between 0% and 100%. If you receive an IRE
rating above 50% you are considered to have total disability, but if your
IRE rating is below 50% you are
not considered to have total disability.