Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation

Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation
Agency overview
Formed1912
HeadquartersWilliam Green Building
30 West Spring Street, Columbus, Ohio
Websitewww.bwc.ohio.gov

The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (OBWC or BWC) provides medical and compensation benefits for work-related injuries, diseases and deaths. It was founded in 1912. With assets under management of more than $29 billion, it is the largest state-operated and second largest overall provider of workers’ compensation insurance in the United States.

BWC is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, and maintains 11 customer service offices throughout the state. BWC provides insurance to about two-thirds of Ohio's work force. BWC employs approximately 1,700 people.