How INSS Medical Expertise Works for MEI: Everything You Need to Know

If you are a Microentrepreneur (MEI), you should already know that, just like workers governed by the CLT, you are also entitled to Sick Pay upon completion of a medical examination by the INSS. But do you know how this examination works? In this post, we will explain the process, the necessary documents and what to expect from this stage.

The Medical Expertise Process

A medical examination is an assessment carried out by an INSS medical expert to verify the applicant's health condition and confirm whether or not he or she is in fact temporarily unable to work. For MEIs, this procedure is crucial for the release of Sickness Benefit.

Scheduling

Scheduling a medical examination can be done in a simple and practical way through the website or app. My INSS, or via the Call Center on number 135.

When scheduling, the entrepreneur will receive information about the date, time and place where the assessment will be carried out.

Required Documents

On the day of the assessment, it is essential that the MEI brings with him/her all documents that can prove his/her health status. These include:

• Photo ID;
• Work card or payment slips proving contributions to the INSS as a MEI;
• Examinations, reports, certificates and medical prescriptions related to the illness or accident.

What to Expect from the Expertise

During the assessment, the medical expert will analyze all the documents presented, carry out a clinical evaluation of the MEI and ask questions about the health status and professional activities.

The objective is to determine whether the MEI is, in fact, temporarily unable to carry out his/her work activities.

Result

After the assessment is carried out, the result is usually made available on the website or application itself. My INSS in a few days.

The medical expert will determine the estimated recovery time and, consequently, the period during which the MEI will be entitled to Sickness Benefit.

Conclusion

Understanding the medical examination process is essential for MEIs seeking Sick Pay. Being prepared and having all documentation in order makes it easier to prove incapacity for work and guarantees access to this right.

Remember: taking care of your health is essential, and Sick Pay is there to ensure that you can recover without additional financial worries.