How is my weekly benefit amount calculated?

TTD benefits are calculated at 66.67% of average weekly wage [§ 102.43], subject to the state's maximum weekly benefit amount.

How long do temporary benefits last?

TTD benefits continue until mmi or return to work; no absolute cap. Once you reach MMI, temporary benefits typically end.

What are permanent partial disability benefits?

Yes, permanent partial disability based on percentage of body part loss or functional impairment [§ 102.44]. These benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after reaching MMI.

Topic guideUpdated 2026-02-27

Wisconsin 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 $10,000 [§ 102.46, 102.50].

Q: Is medical treatment covered?

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment causally related to your work injury is covered. Employee may choose their own treating practitioner, and a second choice of practitioner is allowed; rules on independent medical examinations requested by the insurer are set out separately; confirm the notice and selection requirements with a lawyer [§ 102.42].

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

Wisconsin workers' compensation provides several types of benefits to injured workers §102.01.

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 §102.43. TTD continues until mmi or return to work; no absolute cap.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Yes, permanent partial disability based on percentage of body part loss or functional impairment §102.44. PPD benefits compensate you for lasting impairment after you reach Maximum medical improvement.

	Details
TTD Rate	66.67% of average weekly wage §102.43
TTD Duration	Until MMI or return to work; no absolute cap §102.43
PPD	Yes, permanent partial disability based on percentage of body part loss or functional impairment §102.44
Death Benefits	66.67% of average weekly wage to dependents; burial expenses up to $10,000 §102.46; §102.50

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 §102.46; §102.50.

Medical Benefits

All reasonable and necessary medical treatment for the work-related injury is covered. Employee may choose their own treating practitioner, and a second choice of practitioner is allowed; rules on independent medical examinations requested by the insurer are set out separately; confirm the notice and selection requirements with a lawyer §102.42.

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

End of healing determines when temporary benefits cease; 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.

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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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