JapanDisagree with disability grade assessment?
Yes, you can request a re-evaluation of your disability grade within 60 days of receiving the decision from the Japan Pension Service.
What the Law Says
Japanese law allows individuals to formally request reconsideration of a disability grade determination if they believe it is incorrect or incomplete.
Under the Health Insurance Act, a person who disagrees with a disability grade assigned by the Japan Pension Service may file a request for re-evaluation. This must be done within 60 days of the date the decision was notified to the applicant.
The re-evaluation is conducted by a different panel of physicians and specialists than the original assessment team. No fee is charged for this process.
The Japan Pension Service must issue its decision on the re-evaluation within 60 days of receiving the request.
Statutory TextA person who has been notified of a disability grade determination may, within sixty days from the date of notification, request a re-evaluation of the grade.
— Health Insurance Act, s. 129-2 — Re-evaluation of Disability Grade
What to Do
Obtain the official notification letter containing your disability grade and its issue date.
Prepare and submit a written 'Request for Re-evaluation of Disability Grade' to the Japan Pension Service within 60 days.
Include supporting documents (e.g., updated medical records, specialist opinions) that were not available during the initial assessment.
Wait for the Japan Pension Service’s written decision — issued within 60 days of receipt of your request.
If still dissatisfied, you may file an administrative appeal with the Social Insurance Review Board.
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Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-06-08.