Kyrgyzstan MP calls for simpler disability registration for children

A Kyrgyz lawmaker has urged for a streamlined process for registering children with disabilities, highlighting existing bureaucratic hurdles. During a parliamentary session discussing a bill on public services, MP Umbetaaly Kydyraliev pointed out that parents of children with disabilities face significant challenges in obtaining official recognition.

Kybyraliev explained that the current system suffers from disconnects between the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Labor, specifically within the medical-social expertise (MSE) system. He noted that parents are often required to submit documents to the MSEK, a process many find difficult, especially with electronic submissions. "The Ministry of Health forces citizens to send documents to MSEK, and many simply do not know how to do it, which complicates the process of assigning disability," he stated.

To improve the situation, the deputy proposed better integration between the two government bodies to ensure a smoother workflow. He also emphasized the need for more child psychologists who could assist parents with the electronic submission of documents. Deputy Minister of Justice Aybek Aidarov acknowledged the suggestions, stating they would be taken into consideration. He also mentioned that for certain disability categories, the MSEK examination frequency has been extended from annually to once every seven years.

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The Ministry of Health forces citizens to send documents to MSEK, and many simply do not know how to do it, which complicates the process of assigning disability.