Slovenia adopts electronic system for sick leave management

Slovenia is streamlining its sick leave process with a new electronic system designed to simplify procedures for all parties involved. The Health Insurance Institute of Slovenia (ZZZS) has implemented a system for the automatic electronic transmission of instructions regarding temporary incapacity for work.

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The electronic instruction for conduct (eNR) is a digital document that the chosen personal physician issues to the insured person when opening sick leave, and it replaces the paper instruction that was previously filled out manually.

This new digital document, known as the electronic instruction for conduct (eNR), is issued by a patient's chosen doctor when they open a sick leave. It replaces the paper forms previously filled out manually. The eNR specifies the required conduct, any permitted activities, the validity period, the reason for absence, and the first day of incapacity for work.

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Employers can access eNRs for their employees through the Spot portal; authorization for the new procedure has been possible since June 19.

Employers can access these eNRs for their employees through the Spot portal, with authorization for the new procedure available since June 19. The ZZZS believes this automated transmission will enhance transparency and alleviate administrative tasks for primary care physicians, patients, and employers alike, marking a significant step towards digitalization in healthcare administration.

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With this automatic transmission, we contribute to greater transparency and administrative relief for all involved: family medicine and pediatric practices at the primary level, insured persons, and employers.