how long after case manager gets my mandatory record and whats chance of a change?

frankie14

Wondering how long after case manager gets my mandatory recond and whats chance of a change ? 1st posting im stressed and confused as i have ptsd and ocd thanks 

CockneyRebel

Hi frankie

There is no time limit for an MR decision. The succes rate at MR is around 18%.

Have you asked for/ received a copy of the assessment report ?

frankie14

No i dont think i have ? Is there any point now ? My f2f was just a complete farce and did not reflect my conditions at all ! Should i wait for the refusal from my mand recond  1st ? 

CockneyRebel

I would suggest that you do ask for it asap. If you have to appeal to tribunal it will give you a head start on what descriptors you need to challenge

frankie14

Thanks i will do ! I called today before i knew that and was told just gone to case manager today but i was on hold 40 mins ! They dont make it easy to contact them ! I am so anxious about the whole process ! It just defies believe i was believed before and this time f2f almost called me a liar in my decision letter ! 

frankie14

Have been told over the phone today the case manager is waiting for a response from health care assistant or something for further advice ? What can this mean ? Thank you 

Antonia_Alumni

Thank you for updating us @frankie14 I am sorry to hear this has been stressful for you. How are you doing today? Probably to double check before making a decision.

frankie14

Im ok just worried ! I feel so negative about the whole process like you shouldnt ask for help 

frankie14

Is it normal for case manager to ask health assoc 4 advice 

frankie14

Is it normal for case manager to ask health assoc 4 advice 

CockneyRebel

Case managers have no medical knowledge so they would ask the assessment provider for clarification of any point they are unsure of. It is " normal" practice

frankie14

Ok so not necessarily negative ? I felt like they were questioning ny medical evidence