Texas Administrative Code
Title 28 - INSURANCE
Part 2 - TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE, DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION
Chapter 53 - CARRIER'S REPORT OF INITIATION AND SUSPENSION OF COMPENSATION PAYMENTS
Section 53.48 - Payment of Partial Benefits for General Injuries

Universal Citation: 28 TX Admin Code ยง 53.48

Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024

(a) When a carrier believes that a claimant is no longer entitled to temporary total benefits because the claimant has returned to work, or has been released to return to without restrictions, the carrier shall:

(1) initiate payment of partial benefits based on a determination of the claimant's lost wage earning capacity, either periodically or in a lump sum; and

(2) file the appropriate notice with the board.

(b) If the carrier fails or refuses to comply with this section, the claim shall be set for a hearing on the board's next available formal hearing docket.

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