The daily roll is used for short term disability. Pa. In order to get payments out on any given Friday, claims must be received and processed not later than Tuesday of that week. If disability continues for an extended period, payments may be made automatically on the periodic roll for a set period of time. For example, an injured worker who undergoes surgery may be placed on the periodic roll while recovering from surgery. Periodic roll payments are issued on a 28 calendar day schedule.
Direct deposit is encouraged.
A schedule award may be payable where the injury results in permanent impairment of a body part. You must reach a permanent and stationary status before a schedule award can be considered. Schedule awards are claimed by filing Form CA-7. Return to Work OWCP Nurse Services . Depending upon the kind of injury you have and how severe it is, OWCP may ask a registered nurse to contact you concerning your recovery and return to work.