Zelensky signs law reforming medical expert commissions
Source: the official website of the Verkhovna Rada
On Monday, Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky signed bill No. 11225 that aims to reform the country’s Medical and Social Expert Commissions (MSECs) after they caught flak over corruption and dodge-evasion scandals.
The update law will no longer require people to attend commission evaluations in person allowing remote (online) attendance. It will also enable online applications and other patient procedures to “ease financial, physical, and time burdens” . This includes travel expenses and long wait times for those attending medical evaluation meetings, whether civilians or military personnel.
The law addresses several critical issues:
- Delays in Reform: A broader reform of rehabilitation and disability systems has been postponed, making interim changes necessary.
- Current System’s Deficiencies: The existing process contradicts Ukrainian laws on rehabilitation and dignity, violates human rights, and is prone to corruption.
- Simplified Processes: The adjustments will make MSEC and Military Medical Commission evaluations fast and convenient for civilians and military personnel.
The bill’s explanatory note stressed the need for immediate action to address systemic inefficiencies and human rights concerns.
Earlier, on November 4, the Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers submitted a broader bill to Parliament proposing the reform or potential elimination of MSECs altogether.
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