The Social Security (Medical Evidence) Regulations 1976

[F1 PART III The Notes

Textual Amendments

F1 Sch. 1B added (13.4.1995) by The Social Security (Medical Evidence) Amendment Regulations 1994 (S.I. 1994/2975), regs. 1(1), 3

The following notes shall accompany the form of doctor’s statement provided by the Secretary of State:

1.   After the words on the doctor’s statement “you should refrain from your usual occupation”—

(i) if the patient is being given a date when he can return to work, the date entered should not be more than 2 weeks after the date on which the statement is issued;

(ii) if recovery of capacity for work in the foreseeable future is not expected, “further notice” may be entered.

2.   The “remarks” box should be used to provide additional information; including further details of diagnosed conditions, the disabling effect of such conditions, and notes on the patient’s treatment and progress. Accuracy and detail will avoid requests for completion of a medical report.

3.   The “remarks” box should also be used to state whether or not the patient is able to travel a reasonable distance to a medical examination as a result of his condition. If no entry is made, it will be assumed that the patient can travel.

4.   This form of doctor’s statement should not be used where the patient is claiming statutory sick pay from their employer. Form Med 3 should be used for that purpose.]