New Mexico Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage
Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under New Mexico workers' comp law.
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 §52-1-41. TTD continues until employee returns to work or reaches mmi; not to exceed 700 weeks.
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Yes; scheduled benefits for specific body members; whole body impairment for unscheduled injuries §52-1-43. 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 §52-1-41 |
| TTD Duration | Until employee returns to work or reaches MMI; not to exceed 700 weeks §52-1-41 |
| PPD | Yes; scheduled benefits for specific body members; whole body impairment for unscheduled injuries §52-1-43 |
| Death Benefits | 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; reasonable burial expenses §52-1-46 |
Death Benefits
If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; reasonable burial expenses §52-1-46.
Medical Benefits
All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employer initially selects the health care provider or permits the worker to select; after the first 60 days, the party who did not make the initial selection may choose a provider §52-1-49.
Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
Treating physician determines MMI; triggers permanent impairment rating under AMA Guides. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.
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- 66.67% of average weekly wage, subject to statutory maximum
- Until employee returns to work or reaches MMI; not to exceed 700 weeks