When an employee receives salary continuation instead of temporary disability, what must the initial DWC notice include?

• A. No explanation
• B. A regular DWC notice
• C. A DWC notice with an explanation of the salary continuation plan with the initial notice
• D. No explanation required

Answer: (C)

When wage replacement is handled through salary continuation rather than temporary disability, the initial DWC notice must include an explanation of the salary continuation plan. This upfront explanation is essential because it clearly tells the employee that the claim will not be paid as temporary disability benefits and describes how the salary continuation works—the amount, duration, and any conditions—so the worker understands exactly what is being paid and for how long. Providing this with the initial notice helps prevent confusion about benefits, clarifies rights and eligibility implications, and ensures the employee has the necessary information from the start.