How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 66.67% of average weekly wage, subject to statutory maximum [§ 8-42-105], subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

How long do temporary benefits last?

TTD benefits continue until employee reaches mmi or returns to work. Once you reach MMI, temporary benefits typically end.

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes; scheduled impairment benefits for specific body parts; whole-person impairment for unscheduled injuries [§ 8-42-107]. These benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after reaching MMI.

Is medical treatment covered?

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment causally related to your work injury is covered. Employer designates the authorized treating physician; employee may petition for a change [§ 8-43-404].

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

Colorado Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage

Q: Are death benefits available?

Yes. 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial allowance up to statutory maximum [§ 8-42-114].

Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under Colorado workers' comp law.

Colorado workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers.

Temporary Total Disability (TTD)

If you are completely unable to work due to your injury, you may receive TTD benefits at 66.67% of average weekly wage, subject to statutory maximum §8-42-105. TTD continues until employee reaches mmi or returns to work.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes; scheduled impairment benefits for specific body parts; whole-person impairment for unscheduled injuries §8-42-107. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	66.67% of average weekly wage, subject to statutory maximum §8-42-105
TTD Duration	Until employee reaches MMI or returns to work §8-42-105
PPD	Yes; scheduled impairment benefits for specific body parts; whole-person impairment for unscheduled injuries §8-42-107
Death Benefits	66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial allowance up to statutory maximum §8-42-114

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial allowance up to statutory maximum §8-42-114.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employer designates the authorized treating physician; employee may petition for a change §8-43-404.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Authorized treating physician determines MMI; triggers permanent impairment rating and closure of temporary benefits. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.

✓If you believe your benefits have been calculated incorrectly or terminated prematurely, consult with a workers' compensation attorney to review your options.

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Quick checklist (Workers’ Compensation)

Gather these before your first consultation.

Incident report

(employer report, date/time of injury)

Medical records

(doctor visits, diagnoses, treatment plans)

Wage documentation

(pay stubs, tax returns, employment records)

General preparation tips only. Specific needs depend on your state and claim type.

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