WCD Updates Lodging, Meal Rates

The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division on Thursday announced changes to the standard lodging rate for injured workers who have to travel to medical appointments. The standard lodging rate will increase to $107, effective Oct. 1. The standard meal rate will remain at $59, but the WCD announced special meal rates for certain areas of the state where it also has special lodging rates. In Washington County, for example, the special lodging rate is $136 per night year-round. The special meal rate in the county is $64. In Multnomah County, the special lodging rate is $182 from June throu...