How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 66.67% of average weekly wage [§ 77-511], subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

How long do temporary benefits last?

TTD benefits continue 104 weeks before insurer may require ire; no absolute cap. Once you reach MMI, temporary benefits typically end.

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes, permanent partial disability after impairment rating evaluation (IRE) at 104 weeks [§ 77-511.3]. These benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after reaching MMI.

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage

Q: Are death benefits available?

Yes. 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $3,000 [§ 77-561].

Q: Is medical treatment covered?

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment causally related to your work injury is covered. Employee must treat with employer-designated panel physicians for first 90 days if posted panel exists [§ 77-531].

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

Pennsylvania workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers §77-1.

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 §77-511. TTD continues 104 weeks before insurer may require ire; no absolute cap.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes, permanent partial disability after impairment rating evaluation (IRE) at 104 weeks §77-511.3. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	66.67% of average weekly wage §77-511
TTD Duration	104 weeks before insurer may require IRE; no absolute cap §77-511
PPD	Yes, permanent partial disability after impairment rating evaluation (IRE) at 104 weeks §77-511.3
Death Benefits	66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $3,000 §77-561

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $3,000 §77-561.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee must treat with employer-designated panel physicians for first 90 days if posted panel exists §77-531.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Impairment rating evaluation (IRE) at 104 weeks may convert benefits from total to partial disability status. 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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