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Special Rules for End of Life Flashcards

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  1. Can someone claim PIP under Special Rules if they have a serious but non-progressive condition that is not expected to be fatal within 12 months?

    Answer: No, the condition must be reasonably expected to cause death within 12 months

    Special Rules apply only when a healthcare professional confirms the claimant is reasonably expected to die within 12 months.

  2. Is there a qualifying period before a claimant can receive PIP under Special Rules for End of Life?

    Answer: No, there is no qualifying period for Special Rules claims

    Unlike standard PIP which has a 3-month qualifying period, Special Rules claims are exempt and payments can begin immediately.

  3. Under Special Rules, how far back can a PIP claim typically be backdated?

    Answer: To the date the claim was made

    PIP is generally paid from the date of the telephone claim, with no automatic backdating beyond that date.

  4. Which of the following conditions would most likely qualify a person for PIP under Special Rules for End of Life?

    Answer: Advanced cancer with a prognosis of 8 months

    Advanced cancer with an 8-month prognosis meets the Special Rules criterion of an expected lifespan of 12 months or less.

  5. Under Special Rules for End of Life, can the claimant also apply for other benefits at the same time?

    Answer: Yes, Special Rules can run alongside claims for other benefits such as ESA or UC

    PIP under Special Rules is not means-tested and does not prevent a claimant from also claiming income-related or contribution-based benefits.

  6. What happens to PIP payments if a Special Rules claimant passes away before their next review?

    Answer: Payments stop on the date of death, and the estate may receive a final payment for that period

    PIP payments cease on the date of death, and any outstanding amount owed up to that date can be claimed by the estate.

  7. Who is responsible for deciding whether a PIP Special Rules claim is approved after receiving the SR1 form?

    Answer: A DWP decision maker

    A DWP decision maker reviews the SR1 form and other available evidence to approve or refuse the Special Rules claim.