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PIP mobility question
11 years 3 months ago #116864 by Gordon
I am afraid that there is a world of difference between a claimant saying they cannot walk more than 20m and their being assessed as being unable to walk 20m
ATOS are primarily assessing PIP claimants at their Assessment centres, it may be possible to arrange a home assessment, but at this time the procedure is far from clear, I would expect a GP letter would be required at the very least.
Gordon
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Replied by Gordon on topic PIP mobility question
Rubyred wrote: Thanks for the reply.
I understand the question will be asked in such a way, but surely a claim for PIP could not go ahead if the claimant can answer yes to being able to walk more than 20 metres.
It was a hypothetical question but I have decided to make the claim myself anyway.
Face to face assessments are currently being carried out in assessment centres only by Capita, I know of someone who does these.
It must be Atos who do the home assessments, in the Midlands Capita don't.
I am afraid that there is a world of difference between a claimant saying they cannot walk more than 20m and their being assessed as being unable to walk 20m
ATOS are primarily assessing PIP claimants at their Assessment centres, it may be possible to arrange a home assessment, but at this time the procedure is far from clear, I would expect a GP letter would be required at the very least.
Gordon
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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