Ill Health Retirement (IHR) Assessment

When an employee’s health condition severely impacts their ability to work, and all reasonable adjustments have been exhausted, an Ill Health Retirement assessment becomes essential. This process determines whether the individual meets the medical criteria for early pension access, ensuring fairness and compliance.

Why IHR Assessments Matter

• Provide evidence based medical opinion
• Support employers and pension trustees in making fair, informed decisions
• Ensure compliance with pension scheme regulations
• Reduce risk of disputes and litigation

What’s Included

• Comprehensive medical evaluation by an Occupational Health Physician (OHP)
• In depth consultation covering:
  • Current health status
  • Functional capacity
  • Prognosis and impact on role performance
• Detailed report referencing pension scheme criteria, with clear recommendations on eligibility

Why Choose PEAK4?

• Independent, expert-led assessments
• Unbiased medical opinion for compliance and transparency
• Rapid turnaround and clear reporting
• Integrated with YODHA portal for secure record management

Ready to arrange an IHR assessment?

✔ Comply with pension scheme regulations
✔ Make fair, evidence-based decisions
✔ Reduce risk and protect your organisation