Fit notes. Do I need to make the dr aware that it's for LCWRA? Can I ask on my fiance's behalf?

emlg1222
emlg1222 Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener
edited May 2021 in Universal Credit (UC)
Hello all, 
I can't sleep, I'm up worrying. I was writing a bit of rant about how stressful things are but it got too long and I just needed some questions answered. I'm trying to sort out universal credit for the lcwra category for my fiancé who suffers with mental health issues and urinary incontinence. He has not been to see the doctor in over a year and has since come off his meds (I do believe he's better not on them, I wouldn't let him stay off them if I thought it was making him worse) and refuses to speak to them because of his anxiety, so I have to speak to them. I'm currently in the process of trying to get the fit note. If my fiancé provided consent (I'm guessing over the telephone? Seeing as that's where the appointment would take place because the surgery is only open for emergencies) would they let me speak to the doctor to request the fit note? I'm really worried they'll refuse because he hasn't spoken to the doctor in over a year and doesn't want any more meds but he can't go back to work. I dread to think what would happen. He is ok and safe when he is at home because he can manage his health condition but not at work. But we need this money, we're struggling so much. Also, do I need to make the doctor aware that it's for the lcwra category? I have no idea what to say, what exactly do I ask for? I would really appreciate any help with this because I'm all by myself sorting it and I'm so worried. 

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  • janer1967
    janer1967 Online Community Member Posts: 21,922 Championing
    HI there 

    All you can do is ask and explain the situation though as you say uoh may struggle to get a fit note for him if he hasn't had contact with his gp for so long.  They usually like to see patients and do a consultation  even if its over phone 

    All you can do is try 
  • Cher_Alumni
    Cher_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,714 Championing
    Hi @emlg1222

    I'm sorry this is causing you so much worry, I hope you are ok now?  You were up very early so make sure to get some rest later if you can.

    You can speak to a GP about someone else's health, provided you have their consent according to this NHS webpage.  So, fingers crossed all will be okay, but it's best speaking to your practice in the first instance.  Have you given them a call to enquire and look at making an appointment?

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