Alaska Workers Compensation Benefits

Complete guide to workers comp benefits, filing deadlines, and rules in Alaska (AK).

Max Weekly Benefit

$1,323

Benefit Duration

Until medically stable or 2 years

Waiting Period

3 days (retroactive after 28 days)

Filing Deadline

2 years from date of injury

Average Settlement

$20,000 – $55,000

State Fund Available

No

Key Facts About Alaska Workers Comp

  • •All employers with one or more employees must carry coverage
  • •Benefits are 80% of spendable weekly wage
  • •Alaska has some of the highest benefit rates in the nation
  • •Permanent partial impairment rated using AMA Guides

Common Industries in Alaska

Workers in these Alaska industries file the most workers compensation claims:

Oil & GasFishingMiningConstructionTransportation

How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Alaska

  1. Report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. Alaska requires prompt written notice.
  2. Seek medical treatment from an authorized provider. Your employer or their insurer may have specific physician requirements.
  3. File your claim with Alaska's workers compensation board before the deadline: 2 years from date of injury.
  4. Follow your treatment plan and keep records of all medical visits, expenses, and time missed from work.

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