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Medical-legal prognosis in IVA Rotterdam

In Rotterdam crucial for **IVA benefit**: the **medical-legal prognosis assessment**. Determines if your disability is **permanent**. Criteria, steps and rights at Rotterdam District Court.

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Medical-legal prognosis assessment for permanent incapacity for work (IVA criteria) - Rotterdam

For an **IVA benefit** (Invalidity Benefit for Completely Disabled Persons) in Rotterdam, the **medical-legal prognosis assessment** is decisive. The UWV assesses whether your incapacity for work is **permanent**, i.e., permanently unable to work. The **Labour Expert (AD)** and UWV doctor play a key role. Discover the procedure, IVA criteria and your options at Rotterdam District Court (Wilhelminaplein 100-125) or Rotterdam Legal Aid Office (Westblaak 180).

What does a medical-legal prognosis assessment entail?

This assessment analyzes your medical condition and the expected duration of incapacity for work. For IVA, it must be indefinite. In Rotterdam regional UWV offices, this is done via:

  1. Medical analysis: UWV doctor evaluates complaints, records and prognosis.
  2. Labour expert review: AD checks statutory IVA permanence criteria.

Why does this matter in Rotterdam?

For a 'temporary' prognosis, a WIA benefit often follows (lower amount, shorter duration). IVA provides more security. Incorrect assessment? Objection to UWV or Rotterdam District Court.

IVA criteria under WIA legislation

Regulated in the WIA. For Rotterdam applicants, the following apply:

  • Completely unfit: No work possible at all, even with assistance.
  • Permanent: At least 1 year irreversible, in practice often stricter.
  • No WIA alternative: Otherwise temporary benefit.

Prognosis factors in practice

UWV Rotterdam looks at:

  • Stability of complaints (chronic conditions, mental health issues).
  • Chance of recovery (rehabilitation, therapy effects).
  • Duration (>1 year required for IVA).
Tip: Prognosis '<1 year recovery' usually leads to WIA rejection of IVA.

Steps in the Rotterdam UWV procedure

  1. Medical consultation:
    • Examination by UWV doctor or specialist in Rotterdam.
    • Analysis of records, scans and rehabilitation reports.
  2. AD report: Assesses work possibilities and permanence.
  3. Decision: IVA approval or WIA/Wajong alternative.
  4. Objection procedure: First UWV, then Rotterdam District Court (Wilhelminaplein 100-125).

Need help? Local advice

  • Rotterdam Legal Aid Office: Westblaak 180 – Free intake.
  • Rotterdam District Court: Wilhelminaplein 100-125 – For appeals.
  • Lawyer specialised in UWV law (reimbursement via legal aid).

Common mistakes and tips for IVA success

  • Submit strong own medical evidence (GP/specialist).
  • Objection within 6 weeks upon rejection.
  • Include prognosis reports from experts.

Rotterdam-specific: Local UWV offices (e.g. Schiedam or Rotterdam Centre) apply uniform criteria, but judges at Rotterdam District Court scrutinise prognosis evidence strictly.

Conclusion: Secure your IVA right

An accurate **medical-legal prognosis** is your ticket to IVA in Rotterdam. In doubt: consult Legal Aid Office (Westblaak 180) or start objection. Good luck!