The diabetes bonus is financial support provided by INPS (National Institute of Social Security) for people with diabetes mellitus who are certified disabled. The amount varies based on the degree of disability: €317 for disability between 74% and 99%, and €525 for total disability (100%).
To receive the bonus, you must submit a medical certificate and apply to INPS, which will evaluate your case through a medical commission. If your application is approved, the payment will be made directly to the beneficiary’s account.
What is the diabetes bonus?
The diabetes bonus is a financial benefit provided to citizens with diabetes mellitus, particularly in its more severe forms. It is a benefit recognized under the civil disability insurance scheme , with amounts varying based on the severity of the disease and the resulting inability to work.
How much is the amount?
The amount of the benefit depends on the degree of disability recognized:
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Disability between 74% and 99% : monthly benefit of approximately 317.00 euros .
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100% disability : monthly pension of 525.17 euros .
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Attendance allowance : in the most serious cases, if the patient is not self-sufficient, an additional sum may be awarded for daily assistance.
Who can claim the bonus?
The bonus is not automatic, but is granted based on certain health and administrative requirements . The following can apply:
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People with type 1 or type 2 diabetes mellitus with serious complications.
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Citizens with a recognized civil disability greater than 74% .
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Patients with difficulty carrying out daily or work activities .
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Anyone who has a medical certificate attesting to the severity of the illness.
How to apply for the diabetes bonus
1. Specialist medical visit
You need to contact a diabetologist or a specialist from the National Health Service (NHS) to obtain a certification attesting to the pathology and its consequences.
2. Application for civil disability to INPS
The request must be submitted to INPS via:
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The online portal ( www.inps.it )
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A board of trustees
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The INPS contact center
It is necessary to attach the required health documentation.
3. Evaluation by the medical commission
INPS will summon the applicant for a medical examination by the commission, which will officially determine the degree of disability.
4. Approval and payment
If the application is accepted, INPS will begin paying the monthly benefit directly into the beneficiary’s current account.
