Oregon Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage
Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under Oregon workers' comp law.
Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
If you are completely unable to work due to your injury, you may receive TTD benefits at A percentage of the worker's own wages, subject to a statutory weekly maximum; confirm the current rate and cap with a lawyer. TTD continues paid during the period of temporary total disability; benefits end at claim closure or on other statutory termination grounds; confirm with a lawyer.
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Yes, permanent partial disability based on loss of earning capacity or impairment ratings §656.214. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| TTD Rate | A percentage of the worker's own wages, subject to a statutory weekly maximum; confirm the current rate and cap with a lawyer |
| TTD Duration | Paid during the period of temporary total disability; benefits end at claim closure or on other statutory termination grounds; confirm with a lawyer |
| PPD | Yes, permanent partial disability based on loss of earning capacity or impairment ratings §656.214 |
| Death Benefits | 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $20,000 §656.204 |
Death Benefits
If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $20,000 §656.204.
Medical Benefits
All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee may choose their own attending physician; insurer has the right to select medical arbiter §656.245.
Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
Claim closure at medical stationary status (Oregon's equivalent of MMI); triggers permanent disability determination. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.
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