Changing GP: Does this action require notification to PIP and Universal Credit

Shaun_71
Shaun_71 Online Community Member Posts: 22 Connected
in Benefits and income

Hello to all Scope Forum members on this Easter Sunday.

Would anyone be able to provide a definitive answer regarding whether there is a requirement for one to notify PIP and UC following a change of GP?

I have read a number of forum discussions, and researched information on this subject via various sources, but have been unable to determine a decisive answer.

Kind regards.

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  • onmylonesome
    onmylonesome Online Community Member Posts: 659 Empowering

    Yes you do have to notify pip if you change your gp,I don’t think it matters with uc though.

  • Shaun_71
    Shaun_71 Online Community Member Posts: 22 Connected

    Thank you for your response, onmylonesome, I greatly appreciate it.

  • angelmariya
    angelmariya Online Community Member Posts: 17 Connected

    You don’t usually need to inform PIP or Universal Credit just for changing your GP. Only report it if it affects your condition, treatment, or how your health needs are assessed.

  • onmylonesome
    onmylonesome Online Community Member Posts: 659 Empowering
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1115233#Comment_1115233

    Yes you do need to tell PIP.

    You could be taken to court or have to pay a penalty if you give wrong information or do not report a change straight away.

    You must also contact the PIP enquiry line straight away if:

    • your personal details change, for example your name, address, phone numbers, bank account or doctor

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