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BOE-A-2026-20727 ·5 October 2026 ·Resolution Medium impact
Labour

INSS, University of Alcalá and SEIMC agree to update the fifth edition of the Manual of Optimal Times for Temporary Incapacity

The National Social Security Institute (INSS), the University of Alcalá (UAH), and the Spanish Society of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology (SEIMC) have signed an agreement to review and update the fifth edition of the Manual of Optimal Times for Temporary Incapacity. This document is essential for the medical control functions regarding Temporary Incapacity benefits, Risk during Pregnancy, Risk during Natural Breastfeeding, and Permanent Incapacity pensions (First Exposure).

In 2 key points

  1. The purpose of the agreement is the review and update of the fifth edition of the Manual of Optimal Times for Temporary Incapacity. (Título del Convenio)
  2. Termination of the agreement requires written notice with a minimum of three months' notice. (Cláusula Séptima)

How it affects those involved

For the Administration (INSS), the agreement provides an updated technical basis for the medical control of incapacity benefits (First Exposure). For the medical and academic sectors (UAH and SEIMC), it establishes a collaborative framework for reviewing clinical criteria applied to Social Security management. No compensation is foreseen in the event of termination due to breach (Seventh Clause).

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2026-10-05PublishedPublished in the BOE
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