When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?

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When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?

You will be eligible for lost time benefits if you lose more than seven days of work. Also, the first seven days are not payable until you lose fourteen consecutive days. Other than these exceptions, most injured workers are usually paid for the entire period of time they are off. If an injured worker is off work for three months (90 days) a medical exam may be scheduled. Continued payment of temporary total disability will be dependent on the outcome of the independent medical exam.

Compensation rates are based on your earnings prior to the injury taking into account the minimum and maximum rates applicable to the year you were injured. For claim specific rate inquiries contact BWC.

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