PIP - Personal Independence Payment Special Rules for End of Life Questions and Answers

Question 1

A claimant's consultant completes an SR1 form, stating the claimant has a progressive disease and their death can reasonably be expected within 12 months.
The claimant has significant mobility needs.
Under the Special Rules for End of Life (SRTI), what PIP award will the claimant receive?

Accepted Answer

The enhanced rate of the daily living component, with the mobility component assessed based on their needs.

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The enhanced rate for both the daily living and mobility components automatically.

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The standard rate for both the daily living and mobility components.

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The enhanced rate of the mobility component only, with the daily living component being subject to a full assessment.

Question 2

For a PIP claim to be processed under the Special Rules for End of Life, what is the defined prognosis for the claimant?

Accepted Answer

Their death can be reasonably expected within 12 months.

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Their death can be reasonably expected within 3 months.

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They have been diagnosed with a stage 4 cancer.

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They have been admitted to a hospice for palliative care.

Question 3

Which of the following standard PIP processes is waived for a claim made under the Special Rules for End of Life?

Accepted Answer

The requirement to complete the 'How your disability affects you' (PIP2) form and attend a face-to-face assessment.

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The requirement to have a National Insurance number.

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The requirement to meet the residency and presence tests.

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The requirement to be aged 16 or over.

Question 4

A hospice nurse wishes to initiate a PIP claim for a patient under the Special Rules for End of Life. What is the primary piece of medical evidence they must arrange to support this claim?

Accepted Answer

An SR1 form completed by a doctor, specialist, or registered nurse.

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A detailed letter from the patient's GP outlining their full medical history.

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A copy of the patient's 'Do Not Resuscitate' order.

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The patient's most recent hospital discharge summary.

Question 5

A claimant qualifies for PIP under the Special Rules for End of Life. How does this affect the standard 'qualifying period' for the benefit?

Accepted Answer

The qualifying period is completely waived for both the daily living and mobility components.

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The qualifying period is reduced from three months to one month.

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The qualifying period does not apply to the daily living component but still applies to the mobility component.

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The claimant must still satisfy the full three-month qualifying period.

Question 6

If a third party, such as a Macmillan nurse or a family member, calls the DWP to start a PIP claim under the Special Rules for a claimant, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

The third party can make the call without the claimant being present, and the claimant does not need to be told the claim is under the special rules.

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The claimant must be present and give verbal permission during the call.

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The third party must have a formal Power of Attorney to make the call.

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The claimant must have already passed away for the claim to be backdated.