How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 60% of average weekly wage (tax-free) [§ 281-A:28], subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

How long do temporary benefits last?

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

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes, permanent impairment benefits based on AMA Guides ratings [§ 281-A:32]. 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. Employee may choose their own treating physician; employer may require a second opinion [§ 281-A:23].

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

New Hampshire Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage

Q: Are death benefits available?

Yes. Compensation to dependents; burial expenses up to $10,000 [§ 281-A:26].

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

New Hampshire workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers §281-A:1.

Temporary Total Disability (TTD)

If you are completely unable to work due to your injury, you may receive TTD benefits at 60% of average weekly wage (tax-free) §281-A:28. TTD continues until mmi or return to work.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes, permanent impairment benefits based on AMA Guides ratings §281-A:32. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	60% of average weekly wage (tax-free) §281-A:28
TTD Duration	Until MMI or return to work §281-A:28
PPD	Yes, permanent impairment benefits based on AMA Guides ratings §281-A:32
Death Benefits	Compensation to dependents; burial expenses up to $10,000 §281-A:26

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive compensation to dependents; burial expenses up to $10,000 §281-A:26.

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 a second opinion §281-A:23.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Maximum medical improvement ends temporary benefits; permanent impairment assessed using AMA Guides. 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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