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ESA/pip - Why a second medical?

Hi there I had a medical for ESA in April with atos and I have just had another medical with atos for my pip I passed my ESA medical with over 15 points I don't understand why I had to go to a pip medical with the same company is this right thanks Marcia
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Welcome!
In the Community and on the site we have a lot of information which might be helpful.
These include a Benefits calculator, a PIP self test, Help filling in PIP forms, and a Benefits overview, PIp Appeals Tips, as well as an Ask a Benefits Advisor section.
Also, check out the PIP/DLA group where your question is posted to see other great discussions. Thanks for joining us!
ESA and PIP are different benefits with different criteria. You have to have a separate 'medical' (assessment) for each.