Workers’ Compensation FAQ

All Workers’ Compensation FAQ:

For how long will I receive workers’ comp benefits?
There are benefit periods that vary according to a worker’s situation. For example, partial disability benefits end after 500 weeks. Payments for specific losses, such as the loss of an…
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Who pays my doctor and hospital bills if I suffer injury on the job and my claim is approved?
Your employer’ workers compensation insurance company pays your medical bills. Workers do not have to make a co-pay or any other payment, and the bills go directly to the insurance…
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What if my workers’ compensation claim is denied?
Many initial workers’ comp claims in Pennsylvania are denied. You have three years from the date of the injury to file an appeal with the PA Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.
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When will I start receiving workers’ comp payments?
If your workers’ comp claim is approved, you should begin receiving benefits approximately 21 days after you reported your injury to your employer. Additionally, if your claim is denied, the employer must…
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How much workers’ compensation will I receive?
It depends. How much workers’ compensation you receive depends on the nature and extent of your disability, whether you can work at all, and whether you are eligible for special…
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Can I use my own doctor for a work injury or illness?
For the first 90 days after you seek medical treatment, you must choose from your employer’s list of doctors. However, if your employer does not give you a list, you…
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Am I covered under workers’ compensation?
Almost every Pennsylvania employee is covered under the Workers’ Compensation Act. This includes all full-time, part-time, and seasonal workers. Exceptions include workers in certain industries, such as railroad workers and…
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Does Pennsylvania workers’ compensation cover me?
Almost all Pennsylvania businesses are required to carry workers’ comp insurance for full-time, part-time, and casual employees.
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Is there a time limit for filing a PA workers’ compensation claim?
After a work injury in PA, you have limited time to file a workers’ compensation claim. Under Pennsylvania law, you must file a workers’ comp claim within three years of…
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