Number of False Sick Leaves Decreased

Bratislava, Slovakia – The Slovak Social Insurance Agency has announced a notable decline in the number of sick leave claims during the first three months of this year. This reduction, attributed to recent legislative changes and the diligent work of the agency's assessment doctors, has led to substantial savings in the payout of sick benefits.

Minister of Labour, Social Affairs, and Family Erik Tomáš highlighted the figures at a press conference, stating that the decrease in sick leave applications is significant. Compared to the previous year, the agency has seen an average monthly drop of 17,000 claims. When compared to the period before the legislative adjustments in 2024, the decrease is even more pronounced, averaging 24,000 fewer claims per month. This substantial reduction underscores the effectiveness of the new measures aimed at curbing the misuse of sick leave.

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Savings on sick pay benefits amount to 80 million euros for the first quarter compared to 2024.

The financial impact of this trend is considerable. For the first quarter of the year, the savings in sick pay benefits have reached an estimated 80 million euros. Minister Tomáš credited the Social Insurance Agency and its assessment physicians for this positive outcome, emphasizing their enhanced ability to identify and cancel fraudulent sick leave notifications. This development is seen as a victory for fiscal responsibility and a more efficient allocation of social security funds within Slovakia.

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For the first three months of this year, the Social Insurance Agency recorded a decrease in the number of sick leaves compared to last year by an average of 17,000 per month and compared to 2024 before the legislative change by up to 24,000 per month.