Coal miner worker's compensation

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Coal miner worker's compensation

Federal · Department of Labor (DOL)

Compensation to coal miners who were totally disabled by black lung disease (pneumoconiosis) or surviving spouses of miners whose deaths are attributable to this disease. Also provides medical coverage for treatment of related lung diseases.

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Compensation to coal miners who were totally disabled by black lung disease (pneumoconiosis) or surviving spouses of miners whose deaths are attributable to this disease. Also provides medical coverage for treatment of related lung diseases.

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DisabilityRetirement

Source: USA.gov Benefit Finder ↗ · 2026

Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.

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