North Dakota Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage
Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under North Dakota 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 gross average weekly wage, subject to statutory minimum and maximum §65-05-09; §65-01-02. TTD continues cumulative total of 104 weeks, or the date of maximum medical improvement or maximum medical recovery, whichever occurs first.
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Yes, permanent partial impairment benefits based on AMA Guides ratings §65-05-12.2. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.
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| TTD Rate | 66.67% of gross average weekly wage, subject to statutory minimum and maximum §65-05-09; §65-01-02 |
| TTD Duration | Cumulative total of 104 weeks, or the date of maximum medical improvement or maximum medical recovery, whichever occurs first §65-05-09; §65-01-02 |
| PPD | Yes, permanent partial impairment benefits based on AMA Guides ratings §65-05-12.2 |
| Death Benefits | 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $10,000 |
Death Benefits
If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $10,000.
Medical Benefits
All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee may generally select a provider for initial treatment, subject to WSI rules; however, if the employer has selected a preferred provider, treatment during the first 30 days after injury must be with that provider (or on its referral) unless it is emergency care, care the employee reasonably did not know was work-related, or the employee notified the employer in writing before the injury of a different provider. Changing providers generally requires WSI approval; confirm with a lawyer or WSI §65-05-28; §65-05-28.2.
Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
Maximum medical improvement determined by WSI's medical director or IME physician; triggers permanent impairment assessment. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.
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- 66.67% of gross average weekly wage, subject to statutory minimum and maximum
- Cumulative total of 104 weeks, or the date of maximum medical improvement or maximum medical recovery, whichever occurs first