The Mississippi workers comp board most people are looking for is the Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission — the state agency that oversees every workers’ compensation claim and coverage requirement in Mississippi. This page gives the address, phone, website, coverage lookup, forms and poster for the Mississippi workers comp board, and explains what the agency does for an injured worker and for an employer.
Verified against the agency’s own site as of October 2026.
Mississippi at a Glance
| Official name | Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission |
| Address | 301 N. Lamar Street, Jackson, MS 39201 |
| Phone | (601) 987-4200 / (866) 473-6922 |
| Website | https://mwcc.ms.gov/ |
| Coverage lookup | Verify an employer’s coverage |
In This Mississippi Guide:
Mississippi Workers Comp Board Contact Details
Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission
301 N. Lamar Street
Jackson, MS 39201
Phone: (601) 987-4200 · (866) 473-6922
Web: https://mwcc.ms.gov/
What the Mississippi Workers Comp Board Does
The Commission is at 301 N. Lamar Street in Jackson; coverage is verified through the NCCI-run lookup linked from its site. Administrative judges hear disputes; the full Commission hears appeals.
Three things the Mississippi workers comp board does not do: it does not pay most claims (the employer’s insurer does, unless the state runs the fund), it does not give legal advice, and it does not choose a doctor for you. It is the referee and the record-keeper, which is exactly why its information line is the first free call for a confused claimant.
The Mississippi Workers Comp Board for Injured Workers
Report the injury to your employer first — that deadline is set by Mississippi law, not by the agency. Then the Mississippi workers comp board comes in at three points: filing the worker’s claim form when the employer or insurer will not act, requesting a hearing when a claim is denied or benefits stop, and approving any settlement before it is final.
Bring the claim number, the date of injury, the insurer’s name and every letter you have received. Our Mississippi claim guide walks through the deadlines and forms before you make the call.
The Mississippi Workers Comp Board for Employers
Employers meet the Mississippi workers comp board when they prove coverage, file the first report of injury after an accident, post the required notice in the workplace and — if they qualify — file an exemption. Coverage is bought from a private insurer or the assigned-risk plan; the agency checks that it exists. The threshold and penalties are in our Mississippi requirements guide.
Mississippi Workers Comp Board Coverage Lookup, Forms and Poster
Use the agency’s coverage-verification lookup to confirm an employer or contractor is insured: https://www.ewccv.com/cvs/. Forms are at the official forms page. The required workplace poster is free from the agency — the companies selling it are selling a free document.
Mississippi Workers Comp Board Details at a Glance
| Agency | Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission |
| Type | Commission |
| Street address | 301 N. Lamar Street, Jackson, MS 39201 |
| Main phone | (601) 987-4200 |
| Toll-free | (866) 473-6922 |
| Website | https://mwcc.ms.gov/ |
| Forms | Official forms page |
| Required workplace poster | Free from the agency site; never pay a poster seller for it |
| Who hears disputes | Administrative judges hear disputes; the full Commission hears appeals. |
| Monopolistic state | No |
Before You Call the Mississippi Workers Comp Board
Agency lines are busiest Monday mornings and the first days of the month. Have the claim number ready, ask for the name of the person you spoke with, and follow up in writing. The Mississippi workers comp board can explain the process and the deadlines, confirm whether a form was received and tell you how to request a hearing; it cannot tell you what your case is worth.
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For that question, our Mississippi settlement guide and a licensed attorney are the next stops.
District and hearing offices: larger states hear cases at regional offices rather than at headquarters. Where Mississippi has them, they are listed on the agency site under locations, and the hearing notice names the office for your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mississippi workers comp board called?
The Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission — (601) 987-4200. It oversees claims and coverage; the insurer pays most benefits.
How do I check if an employer has workers comp in Mississippi?
Use the coverage-verification lookup on the agency site; it is public and free. If an employer is not listed, call the agency before you assume.
Do I need a lawyer to contact the Mississippi workers comp board?
No. The agency’s information line answers process questions for free. A lawyer matters once a claim is denied or a settlement is on the table.
Official Mississippi Sources & Resources
- Mississippi Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission: https://mwcc.ms.gov/
- U.S. Department of Labor — Workers’ Comp: dol.gov
- Insurance Information Institute: iii.org
This Mississippi workers comp board guide was last verified against official Mississippi sources in October 2026. Rules change — confirm the current figure with the state agency or a licensed attorney.
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Disclaimer: This guide is informational only and is not legal, medical, or financial advice. Workers Comp Explained is an independent educational resource, not a law firm or insurer. Workers’ comp benefits, settlement values, deadlines, and requirements vary by state and by the specific facts of your injury and change over time, and any settlement figures here are illustrative only.
Confirm your rights and any deadline with your state’s workers’ compensation board and a licensed attorney before you act.