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Return to Work Scheme: Who Qualifies and What You Get

Learn how the Return to Work Scheme provides partial disability benefits to help supplement your income if you are partially unable to work.

The Return to Work Scheme is designed to provide financial support to people who are partially unable to work due to illness or disability.

Who it's for

This scheme is for employees who are currently between 35% and 80% incapacitated for work.

What you get

You receive a partial disability benefit. This is intended to supplement your income to help cover the gap caused by your reduced ability to earn a full wage.

What it costs you

There is no direct monetary cost to apply, but you must undergo a medical assessment conducted by an insurance physician to verify your situation.

The catch to know

The specific amount of benefit you receive is not fixed; it is calculated based on your last earned wage and your current capacity to earn.

How to apply

  1. Prepare your documentation regarding your employment and medical status.
  2. Complete the necessary application steps through the official channels.
  3. Attend the required medical assessment with the insurance physician.
  4. Monitor your status via the official portal.

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