In 2026, individuals with hip degeneration can apply for a care allowance of 215 zł monthly, but must meet specific disability and age requirements.
Who Can Receive a Care Allowance for Hip Degeneration?
Hip degeneration is for some not just pain, but also a struggle for every step. In 2026, people with hip joint degeneration can apply for a care allowance, but the system places specific procedural barriers before them.
Age Criteria and Degree of Disability in 2026
To apply for the benefit, it is necessary to have a disability certificate. According to law, the care allowance is granted to those who meet specific criteria.
In practice, if you have a recognized degree, you will receive the allowance only if the disease began early: the disability must be dated before the 21st year of life (e.g., congenital hip dysplasia leading to early changes).
Inability to Live Independently – How Does the PZOON Commission Assess It?
The disability certificate itself does not guarantee the granting of the benefit. Key is the inability to live independently. In practice, this means that the commission looks not only at the X-ray and other medical documentation, but also at what you are physically able to do.
Amount of the Care Allowance in 2026
The care allowance is an additional 215.84 zł per month. Its amount is not high and – surprisingly – has not been changed since 2019, which at current rehabilitation costs makes it a symbolic benefit. Probably the amount of the care allowance will increase only in 2027.
When is the Allowance Not Granted? Most Common Pitfalls and Exclusions
There are specific situations where the allowance may not be granted, though the exact exclusions are not detailed in the source material.
