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10 years 11 months ago - 10 years 11 months ago #117118 by Bica
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I submitted my first claim for pip and when I phoned them they told me they don't acknowledge receipt of claim packs but after a persuasive talk admitted that they had received it.
My question is (how long is a piece of string) on average how long does it take to get an assessment from first submitting.
Great sight with lots of information but unfortunately can not find the answer to this one.
My question is (how long is a piece of string) on average how long does it take to get an assessment from first submitting.
Great sight with lots of information but unfortunately can not find the answer to this one.
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10 years 11 months ago - 10 years 10 months ago #117131 by Gordon
I am afraid there is not enough clear information in the public domain to give any realistic timescales, but if pushed I would say around four months for most areas, whether this will reduce as the two providers ramp up their operations or increase due to DLA claimants being transferred is impossible to say at this time.
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Bica wrote: I submitted my first claim for pip and when I phoned them they told me they don't acknowledge receipt of claim packs but after a persuasive talk admitted that they had received it.
My question is (how long is a piece of string) on average how long does it take to get an assessment from first submitting.
Great sight with lots of information but unfortunately can not find the answer to this one.
I am afraid there is not enough clear information in the public domain to give any realistic timescales, but if pushed I would say around four months for most areas, whether this will reduce as the two providers ramp up their operations or increase due to DLA claimants being transferred is impossible to say at this time.
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10 years 11 months ago #117133 by slugsta
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Hi and welcome to the forum. On the assumption that you are also new to the site, you should find this FAQ helps you find your way around.
Welcome to Benefits and Work
The answer to your question is 'how long is a pice of string?' waiting times do vary from one area to another, but they all seem to be building up an impressive backlog. Waits of 6 months or more are not unusual, and that is only for the face2face assessment!
On a positive note, if PIP is awarded, payment will be backdated to the date you applied.
Please come back to this topic if you have any further questions. You will find it easily if you bookmark it, or make it a favourite on your web browser, now.
Welcome to Benefits and Work
The answer to your question is 'how long is a pice of string?' waiting times do vary from one area to another, but they all seem to be building up an impressive backlog. Waits of 6 months or more are not unusual, and that is only for the face2face assessment!
On a positive note, if PIP is awarded, payment will be backdated to the date you applied.
Please come back to this topic if you have any further questions. You will find it easily if you bookmark it, or make it a favourite on your web browser, now.
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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10 years 11 months ago #117163 by mariaz18
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Hello,
I personally think it depends on the area where you live.
My mum rang for PIP 22 Nov;
Form sent back to DWP 20 Dec;
Appointment letter received from ATOS on 20 Jan,
F2F assessment 12 Feb.
I think that is a very fast turnaround.
Now the real wait starts.
Appointment was with/in an private physio consultation room
I personally think it depends on the area where you live.
My mum rang for PIP 22 Nov;
Form sent back to DWP 20 Dec;
Appointment letter received from ATOS on 20 Jan,
F2F assessment 12 Feb.
I think that is a very fast turnaround.
Now the real wait starts.
Appointment was with/in an private physio consultation room
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10 years 10 months ago #119314 by Bica
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Hi Gordon
I noticed on this post that my name still appears even though I changed it as in all my other ones ,can you arrange for this to be corrected.
I know about you all being short handed at the moment so there is no urgency.
many thanks
Bica
I noticed on this post that my name still appears even though I changed it as in all my other ones ,can you arrange for this to be corrected.
I know about you all being short handed at the moment so there is no urgency.
many thanks
Bica
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10 years 10 months ago #119319 by Bica
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I have just received my assessment letter (F2F) on the 26th March after submitting my first claim.
I phoned the 4th Dec 13 sent in the forms 20th Dec and now Atos appointment in April.
Just thought I would post this to give a little hope for all members asking how long.
Thanks for all the info because I think I am going to need as much as possible come the big day.
Will keep you posted on the outcome.
Best wishes and a speedy recovery to all our mods off with ill health
Bica
PS I live in the NE
I phoned the 4th Dec 13 sent in the forms 20th Dec and now Atos appointment in April.
Just thought I would post this to give a little hope for all members asking how long.
Thanks for all the info because I think I am going to need as much as possible come the big day.
Will keep you posted on the outcome.
Best wishes and a speedy recovery to all our mods off with ill health
Bica
PS I live in the NE
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