When do Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) payments begin?

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) payments begin from the date of the last payment of Temporary Total Disability (TTD) benefits. This approach is rooted in the workers' compensation framework, which aims to ensure a seamless transition for injured workers moving from temporary assistance to permanent benefits.

Once an injured worker is no longer eligible for TTD payments—typically when they have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) but still have some level of permanent impairment—they become entitled to PPD payments. This structure acknowledges that while the worker may have returned to a level of function, they may not have fully recovered from their injuries, which can affect their long-term earning capacity.

This timing is essential for ensuring that the worker receives appropriate financial support as they navigate their recovery and adjust to any lasting impacts of their injury. The other options presented do not align with this established timing for PPD payment initiation.