When you make a workers compensation claim in NSW, you will usually start receiving provisional payments within seven days of notifying your insurer. This will allow you to cover any costs or losses related to the accident, such as your wages, living and medical expenses, while the insurer assesses your claim. The good news is that even if your claim is not approved, you won’t be required to repay any payouts you received to date. Provisional payments can last up to 12 weeks and cover medical bills of up to $10,000.
If your claim is approved, you may be eligible for payments of up to 95% of your pre-injury average weekly earnings (PIAWE) for 13 weeks. Beyond that, your payments may continue at a reduced rate should you need more time to recover. How long you may be eligible to receive WorkCover payments will largely depend on your circumstances and your ability to return to work in the future.