Do I Need to Submit an Updated Employer Certification After Miscarriage?
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Do I Need to Submit an Updated Employer Certification After Miscarriage?
Losing a pregnancy is already a heavy experience — emotionally, physically, and mentally. On top of that, SSS members often worry about the paperwork needed to claim their SSS Maternity Benefit for Miscarriage.
One of the most common questions from employed members is:
“Kailangan ko bang mag-submit ng updated employer certification kahit miscarriage ang nangyari?”
Let’s break down the answer so you know exactly what to prepare.
đź’ˇ Why This Question Matters for SSS Members
Your Employer Certification is one of the key documents SSS requires to process your claim. It confirms:
Your employment status
Your salary details
The exact leave period due to miscarriage
Without it, your claim could get delayed or denied — even if all your medical documents are complete.
đź“‹ Is an Updated Employer Certification Required?
Short Answer:
Yes, if you are an employed SSS member and your original maternity leave schedule changed because of a miscarriage.
đź“‚ When You Need to Update the Employer Certification
Situation
Do You Need to Update?
Why
Original maternity leave dates changed due to miscarriage
âś… Yes
SSS needs the actual leave dates for correct benefit calculation
Miscarriage occurred before filing maternity claim
âś… Yes
Employer must certify correct type of leave and cause
Miscarriage happened after filing and leave already approved
âś… Yes
SSS requires updated form to reflect final leave period
You are self-employed or voluntary member
❌ No
No employer certification needed; submit self-declaration instead
đź“ť Example Scenario
Anna, 32, applied for maternity leave expecting to give birth in September. Unfortunately, she miscarried in July.
Her employer had already issued an Employer Certification for her September leave.
Since her leave dates changed, her HR prepared an updated certification showing the new leave period starting July.
This updated document ensured SSS calculated her benefit based on the actual number of days she was entitled to for miscarriage (60 days instead of 105 days for live childbirth).
⚠️ Common Reasons SSS Rejects Claims Over Employer Certification
Certification not updated after leave dates change
Employer forgot to indicate “miscarriage” as the cause
Unsigned or unstamped employer form
Mismatch between employer certification and medical documents
đź› How to Solve Employer Certification Issues
If Employer Hasn’t Updated the Form
Politely request HR to issue a new certification with correct dates and reason (“miscarriage”).
If Employer Is Unresponsive
Send a formal request in writing (email or letter).
Keep a copy of all communication as proof.
If You Are Already Resigned
Ask your former HR to issue the certification covering your employment period before resignation.
đź“Ś Steps You Can Do Yourself Before Filing
Check that the leave dates match your doctor’s medical certificate.
Confirm that “miscarriage” is clearly stated in the certification.
1. What if my employer refuses to update the certification? You can request SSS to evaluate your claim with alternative proof, but it may take longer.
2. Can I still get benefits without an employer certification? If employed, SSS usually requires it. Without it, claim processing will be more difficult.
3. How many days of leave am I entitled to for miscarriage? 60 calendar days, per SSS policy.
4. Do I need an updated certification if miscarriage happened before filing? Yes, so SSS has accurate dates from the start.
5. What if I’m self-employed? No employer certification is needed. Submit a self-declaration instead.
