Tennessee Workers' Comp Benefits — TTD, PPD & Medical Coverage
Temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, death benefits, and medical treatment under Tennessee 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 average weekly wage §50-6-207. TTD continues until maximum medical improvement; ttd is not counted toward the 450-week maximum total benefit.
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
Yes, scheduled and unscheduled permanent partial disability benefits based on impairment rating §50-6-241. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| TTD Rate | 66.67% of average weekly wage §50-6-207 |
| TTD Duration | Until maximum medical improvement; TTD is not counted toward the 450-week maximum total benefit §50-6-207 |
| PPD | Yes, scheduled and unscheduled permanent partial disability benefits based on impairment rating §50-6-241 |
| Death Benefits | 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents, paid during dependency and subject to the maximum total benefit §50-6-210 |
Death Benefits
If a workplace injury results in death, dependents may receive 66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents, paid during dependency and subject to the maximum total benefit §50-6-210.
Medical Benefits
All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employer provides a panel of at least three physicians; employee selects from the panel §50-6-204.
Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
Maximum medical improvement determined by authorized treating physician; triggers impairment rating and conversion to PPD benefits. Once you reach MMI, your temporary benefits typically end and any permanent impairment is evaluated.
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- 66.67% of average weekly wage
- Until maximum medical improvement; TTD is not counted toward the 450-week maximum total benefit