Benefit Level Changes

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The table below highlights how annual adjustments to statutory benefit levels affect workers’ compensation indemnity benefits across injury types. These changes, driven by updates to the statewide average weekly wage, influence claim costs, premium adequacy, and overall system stability. By clearly identifying the impact of maximum and minimum benefit level changes, this information helps members better understand cost drivers, evaluate trends over time, and make informed underwriting, pricing, and policy decisions within the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system.  

History of Benefit Level Changes Table