Publication date: 02.04.2025
My name is Daria Yeremenko, I am a lawyer from Kyiv. I specialize in providing advice on obtaining a disability and appealing against the decision of the MSEC, recovering material compensation for physical and moral damage; assistance in collecting evidence on the fact of medical error, negligence on the part of medical of the medical staff.
Client: Olena
City: Odesa
Service: Legal support for obtaining the LCC certificate
Client's inquiry: The client, Olena, approached us due to a significant deterioration in her physical and psychological condition, which was caused by severe illnesses. Olena required an official medical opinion confirming the need for continuous professional care. Due to uncertainties in legal and medical procedures, she reached out to medical lawyer Daria Yermyenko, who specializes in medical law and provides qualified assistance in obtaining medical certificates, including LCC conclusions.
Olena was concerned about the difficulties that arise when processing medical documents, especially when it comes to obtaining LCC conclusions to confirm the need for continuous care. Given that her health situation required not only medical but also social support, she decided to turn to our company for legal assistance.
A medical advisory committee (MAC) is a medical body consisting of a group of specialists who assess a patient's health status to determine whether medical services or professional care is needed. The MCC is often required to issue medical certificates or to confirm the need for constant care, disability or other social benefits.
Legal strategy and work process:
1. Situation analysis:
The first step was a detailed review and study of the client's medical documentation. We analyzed all available medical conclusions, examination results, and Olena's medical history, which allowed us to clearly determine the medical indications that needed to be considered when preparing for the medical consultation commission (LCC). In particular, we studied all possible life activity restrictions for Olena, her ability to move independently, perform daily tasks, as well as the need for specialized care.
Additionally, we conducted consultations with specialized medical professionals, including neurologists, therapists, and other doctors who work with severe illnesses, to understand which diagnoses and examination results were most important for obtaining a positive decision from the LCC.
2. Development of the strategy for obtaining the LCC conclusion:
Based on the analysis of the medical documentation and consultations with doctors, we developed a detailed strategy for obtaining the LCC conclusion. Our actions included a step-by-step plan that outlined clear stages, documents, and actions necessary for successfully obtaining the certificate.
The lawyer prepared a list of all necessary documents for Olena, including medical certificates, examination results, and other supporting materials that were to be submitted to the general practitioner and the medical consultation commission to confirm the need for care.
An important aspect was also forecasting possible difficulties, such as refusals to issue the LCC conclusion, and determining ways to resolve these issues. The lawyer prepared recommendations on all legal matters that might arise during the process.
3. Legal support at all stages:
- Consultations on obtaining the LCC conclusion: We provided Olena with all necessary consultations regarding the process of obtaining the LCC conclusion, explaining each step and all medical requirements for obtaining the document.
- Organization of medical examinations: Next, we organized the necessary medical examinations to confirm the severity of Olena's condition and the presence of limitations that require continuous care. This included visits to doctors, lab tests, and specialized examinations.
- Assistance during the visit to the general practitioner: Our lawyer assisted Olena during her visit to the general practitioner to obtain a referral for the LCC. We helped properly complete all documents and ensure the correct referral to the medical consultation commission.
- Preparation for the medical consultation commission (LCC): Our lawyer helped prepare Olena for the LCC process, particularly preparing the necessary arguments and documents to ensure a positive decision by the doctors.
- Monitoring compliance with procedures: We also monitored the compliance of medical institutions with all procedures, checked the correctness of document completion and signatures, which was necessary for everything to proceed without delays.
4. Result:
As a result of our legal support, Olena successfully passed all stages of obtaining the LCC conclusion and received the certificate confirming the need for continuous external care. This allowed her to arrange social support and receive financial assistance to ensure appropriate medical care. Olena was able to receive qualified help and significantly improve her quality of life.
Thanks to qualified legal support, Olena was able to smoothly pass through all stages of obtaining the medical conclusion. If you encounter difficulties in obtaining the LCC certificate or have questions about appealing decisions from the MSEC, LCC, or other medical documents, we are ready to help you resolve these issues.
