- Reimbursement rates between 200 and 250% of Medicare.
- No training or testing for certain types of doctors.
- Training resources to support health care providers and staff.
Learn more or call CompConnection at 800-252-7031, option 3.
Earn continuing education credit by joining our next webinar on July 24 to learn how to complete and file DWC Form-003, Employer's Wage Statement and DWC Form-003SD, Employer's Wage Statement for School Districts.
DWC holds contested case hearings at the Barbara Jordan Building in the Capitol Complex, located at 1601 Congress Avenue.
If you are driving to your Austin hearing, you’ll need to plan for parking. There are a few on-street metered spaces near the building and DWC has arranged a limited number of free parking spots for visitors who have hearings. Here’s a video to help you with parking and entering the building.
This year DWC begins a fresh approach to amplify our education efforts with our new two-day, virtual Texas Workers’ Compensation Conference: Amplify!
Get updates on our conference webpage and learn about our new year-round CompCourses webinar series.
Our calendar is full of free and low-cost workplace safety classes in English and Spanish whether your employees need OSHA 30 or OSHA 10-Hour Course cards.
News and highlights
DWC adopts changes to dispute resolution rule
DWC has adopted amendments to 28 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 147 concerning dispute resolution through agreements and settlements. The amendments streamline the agreements and settlements process.
DWC adopts changes to gifts, grants, and donations rule
DWC has adopted amendments to 28 TAC Section 102.2, concerning gifts, grants, and donations. The amendments update language and remove obsolete provisions.
Deputy commissioner receives award for outstanding leadership
Deputy Commissioner of Health and Safety Mary Landrum recently received the 2024 Women in Texas Government Award for Outstanding Leadership. This biennial award honors women in state service who are helping to shape the future of Texas by contributing their notable talents and skills.
Discount interest rate set
DWC has determined that any interest or discount provided for in the Texas Labor Code shall be at the rate of 8.57 percent. The rate is effective July 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024.
DWC seeks comments on employer forms
DWC is accepting public comments on three forms: DWC Form-001, Employer's first report of injury or illness; DWC Form-002, Employer's report for reimbursement of voluntary payment; and DWC Form-006, Supplemental report of injury.
DWC proposes rules to implement House Bill 2468
DWC is accepting public comments on proposed rules amending 28 TAC Chapters 127 and 131. The amendments and new sections implement House Bill 2468, 88th Legislature, Regular Session (2023). HB 2468 expanded eligibility requirements and created a new qualifying condition and review process specific to first responders for lifetime income benefits.
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Mission
Regulate Texas workers’ compensation efficiently, educate system participants, and achieve a balanced system in which everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.