PIPaaplication waiting time?

BigTam wrote: That is truly shocking Jim and unfortunately it is not a unique case as many are suffering as a result of the incompetence of Atos and the DWP.

It looks like i may be getting closer to having a medical although not definite and i have some questions regarding it.

1) My partner has been calling to chase up the said medical and was told that a HCP will be giving me a call, is this standard practice or is it to try and catch me out as i stated on my form that i am unable to talk on the phone.

2) If they do phone should i try and answer their questions through my partner.

3) If/when medical happens and i were to self medicate so as to manage to get through it should i tell them i have had to do so or would that endanger them cancelling it.

1. It may be that the HCP is managing their own diary, I cannot imagine any other reason that they would need to contact you prior to the medical.

2. It should be OK for your husband speak to them and answer any questions on your behalf, but do not feel constrained to answer if you are confused by their questions or need more time than they will allow for you to do so.

3. Self-medicating can be dangerous and is not something that we would recommend under any circumstances, if you need additional medication on the day then you should speak to your GP about providing it. You should inform the HCP if you have not taken your normal medication.

Gordon

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