PIP Special Rules for End of Life 2

Question 1

What replaced the DS1500 form when supporting a PIP Special Rules for End of Life claim?

Accepted Answer

The SR1 form

Answer

The SR1 form replaced the DS1500 in April 2023 and is used by healthcare professionals to support Special Rules claims.

Question 2

Under Special Rules for End of Life, which PIP component is automatically awarded at the enhanced rate?

Accepted Answer

Daily Living component

Answer

Claimants under Special Rules automatically receive the enhanced rate of the Daily Living component without a face-to-face assessment.

Question 3

Under the Special Rules for End of Life, who can complete and submit the SR1 form on behalf of a patient?

Accepted Answer

A registered healthcare professional such as a GP or hospital consultant

Answer

A registered healthcare professional — such as a GP, hospital doctor, or specialist nurse — must complete the SR1 form.

Question 4

If someone claims PIP under Special Rules for End of Life, how is the Mobility component determined?

Accepted Answer

It is assessed in the normal way and may or may not be awarded

Answer

The Mobility component is still subject to normal assessment under Special Rules and is not automatically awarded.

Question 5

Which term replaced 'Special Rules for Terminal Illness' (SRTI) when the rules were updated in April 2023?

Accepted Answer

Special Rules for End of Life (SREL)

Answer

In April 2023, SRTI was renamed to Special Rules for End of Life (SREL) to reflect the updated 12-month prognosis threshold.

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