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Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

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

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

Michigan workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers §418.101.

Temporary Total Disability (TTD)

If you are completely unable to work due to your injury, you may receive TTD benefits at 80% of after-tax average weekly wage, but not more than the maximum weekly rate determined under section 355 §418.351. TTD continues duration of the disability; the conclusive presumption of total and permanent disability does not extend beyond 800 weeks from the date of injury.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes, specific loss benefits and general disability benefits available §418.361. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

Details
TTD Rate80% of after-tax average weekly wage, but not more than the maximum weekly rate determined under section 355 §418.351
TTD DurationDuration of the disability; the conclusive presumption of total and permanent disability does not extend beyond 800 weeks from the date of injury §418.351
PPDYes, specific loss benefits and general disability benefits available §418.361
Death Benefits80% of after-tax average weekly wage to dependents for up to 500 weeks; burial expenses up to $6,000 §418.321; §418.345

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 80% of after-tax average weekly wage to dependents for up to 500 weeks; burial expenses up to $6,000 §418.321; §418.345.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee may choose their own treating physician; employer may require treatment at a specific facility for up to 28 days §418.315.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

MMI or maximum medical improvement determines when temporary benefits end; permanent disability rating then assessed. 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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Legal authoritiesStatutes referenced on this page
MCL § 418.101
Michigan Workers' Disability Compensation Act
Primary workers' compensation statute governing benefits in Michigan.
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MCL § 418.351
Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
TTD benefits paid at 80% of after-tax average weekly wage, but not more than the maximum weekly rate determined under section 355; continues duration of the disability; the conclusive presumption of total and permanent disability does not extend beyond 800 weeks from the date of injury.
  • 80% of after-tax average weekly wage, but not more than the maximum weekly rate determined under section 355
  • Duration of the disability; the conclusive presumption of total and permanent disability does not extend beyond 800 weeks from the date of injury
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Verified 2026-10-18 · quarterly review
MCL § 418.361
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Yes, specific loss benefits and general disability benefits available.
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Verified 2026-08-11 · quarterly review
MCL § 418.321; 418.345
Death Benefits
80% of after-tax average weekly wage to dependents for up to 500 weeks; burial expenses up to $6,000.
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Verified 2026-10-18 · quarterly review
MCL § 418.315
Medical Treatment
Employee may choose their own treating physician; employer may require treatment at a specific facility for up to 28 days.
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Verified 2026-08-11 · quarterly review
Read with MCL § 418.321: MCL § 418.345 ↗
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