How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 66.67% of average weekly wage, subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

How long do temporary benefits last?

TTD benefits continue until mmi or return to work. Once you reach MMI, temporary benefits typically end.

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes, scheduled and unscheduled permanent partial disability benefits [§ 62-4-6]. 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. Employee has the initial selection of physician, surgeon, or hospital at the employer's expense [§ 62-4-1].

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

South Dakota Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage

Q: Are death benefits available?

Yes. Surviving spouse or children receive 66.67% of average weekly wage (the § 62-4-3 rate); burial and headstone expenses up to $10,000, plus transportation of the body if death occurred away from the burial community [§ 62-4-12; 62-4-16].

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

South Dakota workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers §62-1-1.

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. TTD continues until mmi or return to work.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes, scheduled and unscheduled permanent partial disability benefits §62-4-6. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	66.67% of average weekly wage
TTD Duration	Until MMI or return to work
PPD	Yes, scheduled and unscheduled permanent partial disability benefits §62-4-6
Death Benefits	Surviving spouse or children receive 66.67% of average weekly wage (the § 62-4-3 rate); burial and headstone expenses up to $10,000, plus transportation of the body if death occurred away from the burial community §62-4-12; §62-4-16

Death Benefits

If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive surviving spouse or children receive 66.67% of average weekly wage (the § 62-4-3 rate); burial and headstone expenses up to $10,000, plus transportation of the body if death occurred away from the burial community §62-4-12; §62-4-16.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee has the initial selection of physician, surgeon, or hospital at the employer's expense §62-4-1.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Maximum medical improvement ends temporary benefits; permanent disability rating then assessed. 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.

Prepare for Your Consultation

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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