What Are the Types of Workers' Compensation Benefits in Pennsylvania?

Types of Workers' Compensation Benefits in Pennsylvania

Medical Care Benefits

• Covers doctor visits, surgeries, hospital care, medications, and medical equipment.
• No time or monetary limit—as long as treatment is reasonable, necessary, and related to the work injury.

Wage Loss Benefits

• Temporary Total Disability (TTD): Paid if you can’t work at all due to your injury.
• Partial Disability: Paid if you can work, but earn less due to your injury.
• Benefits are based on a percentage of your average weekly wage.

Specific Loss Benefits

• Compensation for permanent loss of a body part (e.g., arm, leg, finger, vision, hearing).
• Also applies to serious disfigurement (especially of the face, head, or neck).
• Paid even if you’re still working.

Death Benefits

• Paid to surviving dependents (spouse, children) of a worker who dies from a job-related injury or illness.
• Includes funeral expenses up to a certain limit.

Lump Sum Settlements

• Injured workers may negotiate a lump sum to resolve all or part of their claim.
• Ends the case in exchange for a one-time payment.

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