0 points on PIP despite broken foot, severe arthritis, severe depression
Mark1984
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Hi Ive just been notified that I have got ) points on PIP despite having a broken foot and severe arthritis plus a diagnosis from a psychiatrist as to being severeley clinicaly depressed due to this foot issue ,even more depressed now . what should I do is it worth appealing ?
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Hi,
Do you mean you didn’t score any points and have been refused?
If so then your first step is to request the Mandatory Reconsideration in writing stating where and why you think you should have scored those points.
Please be aware that PIP isn’t about a diagnosis. It’s how those conditions affect you against the PIP descriptors.There’s lots of threads on the same subject over in the PIP section.1 -
Hello there @Mark1984 thanks for reaching out, I hope the community can be a welcoming and supportive place for you.
If you'd like to challenge a decision on your PIP, Turn2Us explains your options. You might also like to search for a professional adviser to discuss whether it's worth appealing, Advice Local is a great place to start.
If you'd like someone to talk everything through with you, I'd encourage you to call the Scope Helpline if you'd prefer talking to someone
I'm sorry to hear about the impact this has had with your depression, do you feel like your getting enough support at the moment with your mental health?
I'd encourage you to speak with your GP about how you're feeling, and you can always reach out to loved ones or find help on Mind with guidance on depression and self-care.
Please do let us know if there's anything further we can do to help.
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Hi there
I know you have other conditions but don't know if the broken foot would be applicable as to gey pip the condition has to have been present for 3 months and likely to last for a further 9 months to be eligible
They would probably consider a broken bone likely to heal in that time1
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