Maine Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage
Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under Maine workers' comp law.
Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
If you are completely unable to work due to your injury, you may receive TTD benefits at 2/3 of gross average weekly wages (80% of after-tax average weekly wage for injuries before Jan. 1, 2013) §39-A-212. TTD continues duration of the incapacity.
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Yes, impairment and loss-of-earning-capacity benefits available §39-A-213. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.
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|---|---|
| TTD Rate | 2/3 of gross average weekly wages (80% of after-tax average weekly wage for injuries before Jan. 1, 2013) §39-A-212 |
| TTD Duration | Duration of the incapacity §39-A-212 |
| PPD | Yes, impairment and loss-of-earning-capacity benefits available §39-A-213 |
| Death Benefits | 2/3 of gross average weekly wages to dependents for up to 500 weeks (80% of after-tax average weekly wage for injuries before Jan. 1, 2013) §39-A-215 |
Death Benefits
If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 2/3 of gross average weekly wages to dependents for up to 500 weeks (80% of after-tax average weekly wage for injuries before jan. 1, 2013) §39-A-215.
Medical Benefits
All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employer initially selects the treating health care provider; after 10 days from the inception of that care the employee may select a different provider by giving the employer the provider's name and a statement of intention to treat, subject to the employer's right to file a petition objecting (mediation and hearing follow); further changes of provider require employer or Board approval §39-A-206.
Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
MMI determined by treating physician; after 520 weeks the employee must show permanent total disability to continue benefits. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.
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- 2/3 of gross average weekly wages (80% of after-tax average weekly wage for injuries before Jan. 1, 2013)
- Duration of the incapacity