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Beneficiaries of Sick Leave, Disability Retirement, and BPC Are Under Review to Prevent Frauds and Cut Costs
The National Institute of Social Security (INSS) has started a new phase of the so-called “fine comb” in 2025, focusing on the reevaluation of disability and assistance benefits. According to the E-Investidor portal, up to 800 thousand insured individuals may be summoned to review their benefits, which may result in cuts and cancellations for those who do not comply with legal criteria. The measure aims to combat fraud, ensure fairness in payments, and free up budget space for Social Security.
Who Is Under the INSS Fine Comb?
According to E-Investidor, the focus of the new round of inspections by the INSS is on three main groups: beneficiaries of BPC (Continuous Cash Benefit) who are not registered or have not updated their Single Registry in the last 48 months; insured individuals with sick leave active for more than two years without recent medical examination; and disabled retirees who have not undergone reevaluations in a long time. The expectation is that the summons will reach thousands of people across the country later this year.
How to Know If You Will Be Summoned
The INSS is notifying insured individuals via letter, SMS, and even bank statements, as reported by the E-Investidor portal. Once notified, the beneficiary should access the site meu.inss.gov.br, look for “New Request” and select the “Schedule Medical Examination” option. The scheduling deadline varies between 45 and 90 days after the notice, and failure to attend may lead to immediate suspension of benefits.
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What to Do to Not Lose INSS Benefits
To ensure the continuation of payment, the INSS recommends that insured individuals keep their information updated in the CadÚnico and in the Meu INSS system, pay attention to notifications, and attend summons for examination with all documents in hand. It is essential to prove that the condition that justified the granting of the benefit still exists. As emphasized by E-Investidor, anyone whose benefit is suspended can appeal the decision by presenting updated medical documentation and other proofs.
Why the Fine Comb Is Necessary
The review process of benefits aims to correct distortions, combat fraud, and prevent undue payments. According to the government itself, these actions free up resources for other social programs and enhance the sustainability of the social security system. The INSS has emphasized that this is not about persecution, but rather a technical process based on legal criteria and supported by data analysis and information cross-referencing.
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