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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
SUBCHAPTER 53.48.html - null
SECTION/RULE §53.48 - Payment of Partial Benefits for General Injuries
Chapter Review Date 06/30/2023

(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.

Source Note: The provisions of this §53.48 adopted to be effective January 1, 1990, 14 TexReg 6673.

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