Mississippi Disability Resources
If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what Mississippi offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.
Workers' Compensation
The Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission handles claims.
What to do if you're hurt at work:- Report the injury to your employer immediately.
- Seek medical treatment through the employer's designated provider.
- File a Petition to Controvert if benefits are denied.
- Notify your employer as soon as possible.
- File a claim within 2 years.
- Employers with 5 or more employees must carry workers' compensation.
- Temporary total disability pays 66 2/3% of average weekly wage.
- Phone: 601-987-4200 / 1-866-671-1215
- Web: mwcc.state.ms.us
State Disability Programs
Mississippi does not have a state disability insurance program. Apply through federal SSDI/SSI.
Medicaid
Mississippi Medicaid is administered by the Division of Medicaid.
How to apply:- By phone: 1-800-421-2408
- At your local Medicaid regional office
- Web: medicaid.ms.gov
Vocational Rehabilitation
The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) helps people with disabilities find employment.
Contact:- Phone: 601-853-5100 / 1-800-443-1000
- Web: mdrs.ms.gov
Disability Rights
Disability Rights Mississippi is the state's federally designated Protection and Advocacy organization. Contact:- Phone: 601-968-0600 / 1-800-772-4057
- Web: drms.ms
Veterans Services
The Mississippi Veterans Affairs Board provides state-level assistance.
Contact:- Phone: 601-576-4850
- Web: vab.ms.gov
State Employment Protections
Mississippi does not have a comprehensive state civil rights law prohibiting disability discrimination in private employment. Claims go through the federal EEOC.
Where to file a complaint:- EEOC: 1-800-669-4000
Key Contacts
| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Compensation Commission | 1-866-671-1215 | mwcc.state.ms.us | | Division of Medicaid | 1-800-421-2408 | medicaid.ms.gov | | Dept. of Rehabilitation Services | 1-800-443-1000 | mdrs.ms.gov | | Disability Rights Mississippi | 1-800-772-4057 | drms.ms | | EEOC | 1-800-669-4000 | eeoc.gov | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |