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Medical-legal prognosis assessment for IVA in Leiden

For **permanent work disability** in Leiden, the **medical-legal prognosis assessment** is decisive for an **IVA benefit**. Learn the criteria, the UWV process, and your rights at the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location, and Juridisch Loket Leiden.

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Medical-legal prognosis assessment for permanent work disability (IVA criteria) in Leiden

In Leiden and surrounding areas, a **medical-legal prognosis assessment** is crucial for obtaining an **IVA benefit** (Invalidity Benefit for Fully Disabled Workers). This analysis determines whether your work disability is **permanent**, meaning you are permanently unable to work. The UWV, the **labor expert (AD)**, and local authorities such as the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location play a key role. Discover the process, criteria, and your options for objection or appeal.

What does a medical-legal prognosis assessment entail?

This assessment evaluates your medical condition and the expected duration of your work disability. For residents of Leiden, the UWV examines whether your limitations apply indefinitely, which is essential for IVA approval.

The process includes:

  1. Medical analysis: Assessment by UWV physician of complaints and records.
  2. Legal-labor law test: AD checks the statutory IVA requirements.

Why crucial for Leiden residents?

A 'temporary' prognosis leads to a WIA benefit, which is lower and more temporary than IVA. In case of rejection, you can lodge an objection with the UWV or appeal to the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location (Stationsweg 46). Free advice? Visit the Juridisch Loket Leiden, Stationsweg 46.

IVA criteria according to WIA legislation

Regulated in the Work and Income according to Labor Capacity Act (WIA), these requirements apply in Leiden:

  • Full incapacity: No work possible at all, even with aids.
  • Permanent nature: Limitations at least 1 year, often more strictly tested in practice.
  • No WIA alternative: Temporary cases fall under wage-related WIA.

Role of the prognosis in Leiden

UWV and AD assess:

  • Stability of complaints (chronic conditions, mental issues).
  • Chance of recovery (rehabilitation, therapy).
  • Duration (>1 year required for IVA).
Prognosis 'recovery within 1 year'? Then often WIA instead of IVA.

The assessment process step by step

  1. Medical consultation:
    • Examination by UWV physician or specialist in the Leiden region.
    • Analysis of records, scans, and rehabilitation reports.
  2. Labor expert test: AD evaluates work capacity and permanence.
  3. UWV decision: IVA approval or WIA referral.
  4. Objection/appeal: In case of dissatisfaction, to the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location.

Tips for Leiden residents

Gather strong evidence (second opinions). Contact Juridisch Loket Leiden for free guidance. In case of IVA rejection: objection within 6 weeks!

Local assistance in Leiden

  • District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location: Appeals in IVA cases (Stationsweg 46).
  • Juridisch Loket Leiden: Advice and support (Stationsweg 46, call 0900-8020).
  • UWV office: Near Leiden for intake and examination.