Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Workers’ comp benefits for a lasting but partial impairment — losing some use of a hand, say — often paid as a scheduled award based on the body part.

This is a friendly general explanation, not legal or policy language. Exact coverage depends on your policy, carrier, and state. 🤝

Written and reviewed by the We Insure Things team — licensed independent insurance agents. Last reviewed July 23, 2026. Questions? Ask a licensed agent.