How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 66.67% of average weekly wage [§ 97-29], subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

How long do temporary benefits last?

TTD benefits continue 500 weeks from date of first disability. Once you reach MMI, temporary benefits typically end.

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes, scheduled and unscheduled benefits based on disability rating [§ 97-31]. 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 directs medical treatment; employee may request a change through the Industrial Commission [§ 97-25].

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

North Carolina Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage

Q: Are death benefits available?

Yes. 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents for 500 weeks; burial expenses up to $10,000 [§ 97-38].

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

North Carolina workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers §97-1.

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 §97-29. TTD continues 500 weeks from date of first disability.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes, scheduled and unscheduled benefits based on disability rating §97-31. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	66.67% of average weekly wage §97-29
TTD Duration	500 weeks from date of first disability §97-29
PPD	Yes, scheduled and unscheduled benefits based on disability rating §97-31
Death Benefits	66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents for 500 weeks; burial expenses up to $10,000 §97-38

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents for 500 weeks; burial expenses up to $10,000 §97-38.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employer directs medical treatment; employee may request a change through the Industrial Commission §97-25.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Maximum medical improvement determined by authorized treating physician; triggers disability rating and potential PPD 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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