Medical-legal prognosis assessment for the sustainability of work disability (IVA vs. WGA) - Rijswijk
In Rijswijk and surrounding areas, for a **disability benefit** (IVA or WGA), the **sustainability** of your work disability is assessed through a **medical-legal prognosis**. The **UWV medical advisor**, **Rechtbank Den Haag** (district) and **Juridisch Loket Rijswijk** examine your future recovery prospects. Are you eligible for **IVA** (fully and permanently work disabled) or **WGA** (partially)? This article for Rijswijk residents explains the criteria, steps and local assistance.
What does a medical-legal prognosis assessment entail for Rijswijk?
A **medical-legal prognosis assessment** analyzes your expected work capacity based on medical facts and legal standards. For residents of Rijswijk, this determines whether your work disability is **sustainable** and whether you are entitled to **IVA** or **WGA** under UWV rules.
The **UWV** and **Rechtbank Den Haag** (Rijswijk district) assess:
- Whether your work disability will last **at least 15 years** (IVA criteria).
- Whether recovery within **15 years** is possible, but you are currently partially work disabled (WGA).
Legal basis: IVA versus WGA in the Den Haag region
The rules are set out in the **Wet werk en inkomen naar arbeidsvermogen (WIA)** [Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act (WIA)], relevant for proceedings at **Rechtbank Den Haag**:
- Article 24 WIA: **Full and sustainable work disability (IVA)**.
- Article 25 WIA: **Partial work disability (WGA)**.
- Article 26 WIA: Assessment of **prognosis** and sustainability.
- Be **unable to work** for payment.
- Be **sustainably work disabled** (not temporarily).
- Work disability lasting **≥ 15 years**.
How does the UWV assess the prognosis? Step-by-step plan for Rijswijk
The UWV uses a structured method, often with local referrals:
1. Medical examination by UWV medical advisor
A **medical examination** follows:
- **Consultation with UWV medical advisor** or specialist in the Rijswijk/Den Haag region.
- **Physical/psychological examination** (e.g., for fibromyalgia, PTSD or cancer).
- **Functional tests** such as grip strength measurement or mobility test.
2. Legal IVA/WGA criteria
Important **comparison table** for your assessment:
| Criterion | IVA (fully work disabled) | WGA (partially work disabled) |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainability | ≥ **15 years** work disability | Sustainable, but recovery < 15 years possible |
| Recovery prospects | No realistic chance of return to work | Partial recovery within 15 years feasible |
| Age & context | Often >50 years, but medically determined (Rijswijk) | Any age, depending on prognosis |
| Medical basis | Permanent damage without improvement | Improvement possible, not full |
Local assistance in Rijswijk for UWV objection
Juridisch Loket Rijswijk: Free consultation hours for WIA prognosis and objection (Maasboulevard 102, Rijswijk).
Rechtbank Den Haag: Handles IVA/WGA cases for Rijswijk (Prins Clauslaan 60).
Bring your medical file and UWV decision. Prove **sustainability** with specialist reports.
What if you disagree with the UWV prognosis?
File an **objection** with the UWV within 6 weeks. If going to **Rechtbank Den Haag**, engage **Juridisch Loket Rijswijk** or a specialised lawyer. Successful cases often hinge on a **second opinion** from an independent physician.