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Wajong reassessment criteria Westland

Wajong reassessment criteria in Westland: medical and functional test by UWV. When, what to do? Advice from Juridisch Loket Westland and District Court of The Hague.

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Wajong reassessment in Westland: criteria and important information

During a Wajong reassessment in the Westland region, the UWV checks whether your Wajong benefit is still justified. This is done based on medical and functional criteria. The UWV examines whether your disability amounts to at least 35% and whether you are still unable to work. Standard after 3 years, but earlier in case of changes in health. In Westland, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Westland for free advice. This article discusses criteria, rights, obligations and steps, specifically for residents of Westland under the jurisdiction of the District Court of The Hague.

What does a Wajong reassessment in Westland entail?

The Wajong benefit supports 18- to 65-year-olds with illness or disability who cannot work. After 3 years, a reassessment follows by the UWV. They check whether your limitations still cause ≥35% disability. In case of improvement or deterioration in your health, the UWV may intervene earlier. In Westland, under the jurisdiction of the District Court of The Hague, the same national rules apply.

The procedure includes:

  1. Medical assessment: Evaluation by the insurance physician based on your file and possibly your GP/specialist.
  2. Labour expert assessment: Analysis of whether you can perform work suitable to your capabilities.

Legal basis

The rules are set out in:

  • Wajong Act, art. 11-12.
  • Wajong Decree with criteria.
  • AOR for measuring disability.
For Westland: district of the District Court of The Hague. In case of objection: Juridisch Loket Westland.

When reassessment in Westland?

  • Automatically after 3 years of Wajong.
  • In case of change in health.
  • UWV doubt about earning capacity.
  • In case of interim work or income.

Wajong reassessment criteria: UWV focus

The UWV tests medical status and functional limitations via the Wajong Decree and AOR.

1. Medical criteria

Assessment on:

  • Diagnosis (e.g. fibromyalgia, PTSD, cancer).
  • Intensity and duration of complaints.
  • Treatment effect (therapy, medication).
  • Future prospects.
Westland example: In case of chronic pain after an accident, the UWV checks whether physiotherapy or rehabilitation helps. Improvement may lead to adjustment of the benefit.

2. Functional criteria

Via AOR: can you do suitable work?

  • No suitable work possible.
  • Refusal of adjustments (working from home, part-time).
  • Possibility of light work.
  • ≥35% disability.
In Westland: UWV offices nearby, but hearings possible at the District Court of The Hague.

Tip for Westland: Prepare with medical reports. Contact Juridisch Loket Westland for help with preparation or objection.

Rights and obligations during reassessment

Rights:

  • Invitation with information.
  • Translation/assistance.
  • Objection within 6 weeks.
Obligations:
  • Cooperate.
  • Provide up-to-date information.
In case of termination: appeal to the District Court of The Hague.

Practical steps Westland

  1. Receive invitation: read carefully.
  2. Gather medical evidence.
  3. Attend assessment.
  4. Await result (4-8 weeks).
  5. Objection? Go to Juridisch Loket Westland.