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1 day 7 hours ago #312517 by John93
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Hi, I recently had my PIP review. I had a text from the DWP on Friday 13 Feb to say they received my form, and a text on Monday 16 Feb to say that my review was complete. I just received my letter from them.
They gave me the exact same points for each activity as my initial PIP assessment. However, I told them in my PIP review form with copies of medical letters that I now have an undiagnosed neurodegenerative condition which amongst other things has caused chronic neurogenic changes in some muscles and swallowing difficulties. I explained the additional problems I have. I also enclosed proof of this along with a copy of a letter from my Speech and Language Therapist stating things like I am now on an easy-to -chew diet, I must eat slowly with several clearing swallows between mouthfuls, and also drink sips of liquid between mouthfuls. This means it takes me at least twice as long as someone without my condition, but I scored 0 points for eating and drinking! The letter stated I can eat and drink unaided. I scored 9 points overall to receive standard living and have kept my enhanced mobility. Should I appeal, especially on the eating and drinking descriptor?
They gave me the exact same points for each activity as my initial PIP assessment. However, I told them in my PIP review form with copies of medical letters that I now have an undiagnosed neurodegenerative condition which amongst other things has caused chronic neurogenic changes in some muscles and swallowing difficulties. I explained the additional problems I have. I also enclosed proof of this along with a copy of a letter from my Speech and Language Therapist stating things like I am now on an easy-to -chew diet, I must eat slowly with several clearing swallows between mouthfuls, and also drink sips of liquid between mouthfuls. This means it takes me at least twice as long as someone without my condition, but I scored 0 points for eating and drinking! The letter stated I can eat and drink unaided. I scored 9 points overall to receive standard living and have kept my enhanced mobility. Should I appeal, especially on the eating and drinking descriptor?
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1 hour 48 minutes ago #312559 by BIS
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Hi John93
I can't tell you whether you should put in for a Mandatory Reconsideration - only you can decide - but certainly it sounds as if they ignored the difficulties you now have swallowing, because you have an 'undiagnosed condition". But you have the back-up from medical professionals stating that this is an issue for you, so they really have no excuse. One other thought - how long has this been an issue for you. The DWP will not take account of a condition until a person has had it for at least three months before informing them and that it will last for another 9 months afterwards. Clearly, yours is going to be ongoing, but I just wanted to check the prior date; I have a feeling this is not new.
MR's are not easy to win - even when you should (Only 27%) are successful, but if you have the energy - go for it and point out just how mistaken they are. Also, look at other questions, because if you have muscle changes and swallowing problems, you are going to experience exhaustion and other symptoms, which may not have scored you as highly as you could.
By the way, did you get a copy of the assessment report? It's called a PA4 if you had a telephone or face-to-face assessment. If it was a paper-based decision there will be no report - which always makes it more challenging to fight. If there was a report - you can ring the DWP and ask for a copy.
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I can't tell you whether you should put in for a Mandatory Reconsideration - only you can decide - but certainly it sounds as if they ignored the difficulties you now have swallowing, because you have an 'undiagnosed condition". But you have the back-up from medical professionals stating that this is an issue for you, so they really have no excuse. One other thought - how long has this been an issue for you. The DWP will not take account of a condition until a person has had it for at least three months before informing them and that it will last for another 9 months afterwards. Clearly, yours is going to be ongoing, but I just wanted to check the prior date; I have a feeling this is not new.
MR's are not easy to win - even when you should (Only 27%) are successful, but if you have the energy - go for it and point out just how mistaken they are. Also, look at other questions, because if you have muscle changes and swallowing problems, you are going to experience exhaustion and other symptoms, which may not have scored you as highly as you could.
By the way, did you get a copy of the assessment report? It's called a PA4 if you had a telephone or face-to-face assessment. If it was a paper-based decision there will be no report - which always makes it more challenging to fight. If there was a report - you can ring the DWP and ask for a copy.
BIS
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