How Missouri pays a knee injury
- RSMo 287.190 lists the leg at the knee at 160 weeks, the leg below the knee at 155 and the leg at the hip at 207.
- Missouri's PPD cap is far lower than its TTD maximum ($1,294.71), so most full-time wages hit the PPD cap.
- Earlier caps: $670.92 for July 2025 – June 2026 and $643.26 for July 2024 – June 2025.
Missouri knee settlement math: an example
- A 10% leg-at-the-knee rating at $1,200 average weekly wage: two-thirds is $800, capped at $678.18.
- 16.0 weeks × $678.18 = $10,850.88.
Arithmetic with chosen inputs, not a typical rating or an observed settlement. A settlement can also resolve wage benefits and future medical care.
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Missouri knee injury FAQ
How many weeks is a knee worth in Missouri workers' comp?+
160 weeks for the leg at the knee. Below the knee is 155 weeks; the leg at the hip is 207.
What is a 10% knee rating worth in Missouri?+
16.0 weeks × the PPD rate; at the $678.18 cap that is $10,850.88.
Who approves a Missouri knee settlement?+
An administrative law judge or the Labor and Industrial Relations Commission. A full settlement ordinarily closes future medical unless it is stated as left open.
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These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.