Healthcare workers compensation in New York
Healthcare businesses in New York pay a median rate of $0.995 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.040 to $3.04. The national median for Healthcare is $0.700, so New York sits 42% above the national average. 19 unique NCCI class codes are filed in this state for Healthcare occupations. Verified 2026-05-09.
Top Healthcare class codes in New York
The class codes most likely to apply to a Healthcare operation in New York, sorted from cheapest to most expensive per $100 of payroll. Click into any code for the full state-by-state rate comparison.
| Code | Occupation | Rate per $100 | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8871 | Hospice Care - All Other | $0.040 | HIGH |
| 8855 | Hospice Care | $0.056 | HIGH |
| 8832 | Physician, non-surgical | $0.291 | HIGH |
| 8869 | Home Health Care - All Other | $0.530 | HIGH |
| 8831 | Hospital Other Employees | $0.715 | HIGH |
| 8833 | Hospital, professional employees | $0.995 | HIGH |
| 8829 | Convalescent or nursing home | $2.37 | HIGH |
| 9040 | Hospital, all other employees | $2.97 | HIGH |
| 7370 | Ambulance Service | $2768.00 | LOW |
| 8859 | Convalescent or Nursing Homes | $0.058 | HIGH |
New York compliance for Healthcare employers
Coverage threshold
All employers with one or more employees must carry workers' compensation insurance.
1099 vs W-2 in Healthcare
Individuals classified as 1099 contractors are often deemed employees for workers' compensation purposes unless they meet strict independent contractor criteria.
Owner exclusion
Allowed in New York. Sole proprietor self-coverage optional; LLC member self-coverage optional.
Max weekly benefit
$1,222 at 66.67% of average weekly wage, effective 2025-07-01.
Statute of limitations
2 years from injury date in New York.
Audit window
New York carriers audit payroll Typically within 90 days of policy expiration, but can extend longer.. Keep Healthcare payroll segregated by class code and have job-duty documentation ready.
Cross-cite: full New York workers comp overview · Healthcare cross-state rate comparison · New York workers comp lawyer guide · New York settlement chart
Estimate your Healthcare premium in New York
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Estimated annual premium for Healthcare in New York
$200to$15,200
Median: $4,975 · Rate range $0.040 to $3.04 per $100 payroll
Industry median across all states
$3,500
Cheapest states for Healthcare
- Utah $0.340
- Kentucky $0.390
- Tennessee $0.425
Most expensive
- New Jersey $2.58
- Hawaii $1.25
- New York $0.995
Estimate based on 23 states of rate-filing data. Actual premium also reflects experience modifier, schedule credits, and carrier underwriting.
Filing checklist for Healthcare businesses in New York
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Step 1, Confirm coverage threshold
All employers with one or more employees must carry workers' compensation insurance. For Healthcare operations, this typically applies once you make a first W-2 hire, even part-time.
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Step 2, Pick the right class code
Healthcare businesses typically use codes like 8805, 9077, 8831. The wrong code can cost 4 to 10x more or get reclassified at audit. In New York, the cheapest code on this list is 8871 at $0.040 and the most expensive is 8859 at $0.058.
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Step 3, Get a quote
New York State Insurance Fund is one option in New York; private carriers (Travelers, Hartford, Liberty Mutual, AmTrust) also write coverage. Schedule credits up to 25% are typical for low-loss accounts.
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Step 4, Document subcontractors
A general contractor is liable for workers' compensation benefits to employees of an uninsured subcontractor. Healthcare operators with crews of 1099s should keep certificates of insurance for every sub, otherwise the GC absorbs the sub liability at audit.
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Step 5, Annual audit
Carriers audit payroll Typically within 90 days of policy expiration, but can extend longer.. Have payroll segregated by class code, job descriptions on file, and overtime properly excluded from rated payroll. Healthcare class allocation can shift if any worker spends more than 50% of time on a different code.
Healthcare workers comp FAQs in New York
What is the typical workers comp rate for Healthcare in New York?
Healthcare employers in New York pay a median rate of $0.995 per $100 of payroll, with rates ranging from $0.040 to $3.04 depending on the specific class code. The national median across all states for Healthcare is $0.700, so New York sits about 42% above the national average.
How many Healthcare class codes are filed in New York?
New York has 19 unique NCCI class codes filed for Healthcare occupations, drawn from 19 state-class code rate cells in our dataset. The most common codes include 8805 (Medical Office Clerical), 9077 (Hospital Operations), 8831 (Hospital Other Employees).
Are Healthcare 1099 contractors covered by workers comp in New York?
Individuals classified as 1099 contractors are often deemed employees for workers' compensation purposes unless they meet strict independent contractor criteria.
What is the maximum weekly benefit for an injured Healthcare worker in New York?
New York caps weekly workers comp benefits at $1,222 (effective 2025-07-01), calculated as 66.67% of the average weekly wage. Healthcare workers are subject to the same statutory cap as workers in any other industry.
How long does a Healthcare worker have to file a comp claim in New York?
The statute of limitations in New York is 2 years from the date of injury. Most claims also require notice to the employer within 30 days. Healthcare workers should report any incident on the date it happens, even minor strains, because cumulative trauma claims can fail without contemporaneous documentation.
Can a Healthcare business owner exclude themselves from comp coverage in New York?
Yes, New York allows business owners (sole proprietors, partners, LLC members, corporate officers) to file an exclusion election. Healthcare owner-operators often elect out to keep premium below the minimum. Sole-proprietor self-coverage is not required, and LLC member self-coverage is not required.