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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 18, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Washington, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Resources website.

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Description of Program and Relief

Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Those Affected by COVID-19

Under certain circumstances, workers’ compensation claims from health care providers or first responders involving COVID-19 may be allowed under Washington State’s workers’ compensation laws.

Government or Lead Agency

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries

Dates Available

Effective now, and continuing indefinitely

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

In most cases, exposure and/or contraction of COVID-19 is not considered to be an allowable, work-related condition. However, you may be eligible if work-related activity has resulted in probable exposure to or contraction of the virus and certain criteria are met. You must work in an occupation that has a greater likelihood of contracting the disease because of the job (examples include first responders or health care workers). There must also be a documented or probable work-related exposure, and an employee/employer relationship.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

You can file a claim online via the FileFast tool at https://lni.wa.gov/claims/for-medical-providers/filing-claims/filefast-report-of-accident, by phone ((877) 561-3453(FILE)), or at your doctor’s office (if you complete the Report of Accident at your doctor’s office, the doctor files the form for you).

List of Additional Information

For more information or to apply, please visit:

https://lni.wa.gov/agency/outreach/workers-compensation-coverage-and-coronavirus-covid-19-common-questions


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