How Texas pays a shoulder injury
- The doctor's final rating at maximum medical improvement must be a whole-person rating; an upper-extremity percentage is converted first.
- The IIB maximum is lower than the temporary income benefit maximum ($1314), and the minimum is $197.
- For October 2025 – September 2026 injuries the IIB maximum is $890.
- Workers with a rating of 15% or more may qualify for supplemental income benefits.
Texas shoulder settlement math: an example
- A 10% whole-person rating at $1,200 average weekly wage: 70% is $840 (under the $920 cap).
- 30 weeks × $840.00 = $25,200.00.
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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Texas shoulder injury FAQ
Does Texas have a shoulder schedule for workers' comp?+
No. Texas pays impairment income benefits on the whole-person impairment rating: 3 weeks per percentage point.
What is a 10% shoulder rating worth in Texas?+
30 weeks × 70% of your wage, capped at $920; at $1,200 average weekly wage that is $25,200.00.
Can I settle a Texas shoulder claim for a lump sum?+
Texas restricts settling income benefits; read TDI-DWC's settlement guidance and confirm which benefits an agreement would actually resolve.
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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.