Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a vital financial support for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in the UK. As 2024 approaches, it’s important to understand the PIP re-assessment and PIP payments process if you’re a claimant. This article will cover everything you need to know, including eligibility, the review process and how to renew your PIP claim.
What is PIP and Why is it Important
PIP Payments cover the extra costs of long-term health conditions and disabilities. It’s made up of two parts: the Daily Living Component and the Mobility Component, both with standard and enhanced rates. The amount you get is based on how your condition affects you, not the condition itself.
The PIP Re-Assessment Process
What Triggers a Re-Assessment?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) can review your PIP claim at any time, even if you have an award for a fixed period. Re-assessments can be triggered by:
- Routine Review: Typically one year before your award ends.
- Change in Condition: If your health condition improves or worsens.
- Random Check: Periodic checks by the DWP to ensure continued eligibility.
The Review Process for PIP Claims
- You will receive a letter from the DWP telling you about the re-assessment. The letter will include a PIP review form called “Award review – how your disability affects you”. (More Info).
- You must fill in the form, detailing how your condition affects your daily living and mobility activities. You will need to provide supporting evidence for your PIP claim, such as medical reports and doctor’s letters (More Info).
- Return the completed form within the time frame (usually four weeks). If you need more time, contact the DWP to request an extension.
- The DWP may ask for more information or request a face-to-face or phone assessment with an independent health professional (More Info).
- The DWP will review your form and any additional information before making a decision. The outcome could be extending your PIP award, changing your entitlement or ending your PIP claim.
Renewing Your PIP Claim
When to Renew
Renew your PIP claim early to avoid any gaps in payments. You can ask to renew your claim in the last 6 months before your PIP award ends. (More Info)
The Renewal Process
- Request Renewal: Contact the DWP to say you want to renew your PIP claim.
- Fill in the Form: Just like the re-assessment process you will need to fill in a new form about your condition and how it affects your daily living and mobility.
- Medical Assessment: You may need to have another medical assessment to verify your condition. (More Info)
PIP Payments 2024
PIP Rates
PIP payments are made up of two components, each with standard and enhanced rates. As of 2024 the rates are:
- Daily Living Component:
- Standard Rate: £68.10 per week
- Enhanced Rate: £101.75 per week
- Mobility Component:
- Standard Rate: £26.90 per week
- Enhanced Rate: £71.00 per week (Yahoo).
How Payments Are Made
PIP payments are usually made every 4 weeks into your bank account. If you’re newly awarded PIP the first payment will include any backdated amount from the date of your claim approval.
Tips for PIP Claim 2024
- Give as much detail as possible about how your condition affects you. Use the DWP descriptors to help you.
- Collect and send in all your medical evidence, including reports from doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Consider getting help from a benefits advisor or a friend/family member to check your application and make sure it’s accurate and complete (Benefit Answers).
- Make sure all your answers are consistent and reflect your condition.
