What are the 12 points for PIP?

If you get between 8 and 11 points in total, you'll get the daily living component of PIP at the standard rate. If you get at least 12 points in total, you'll get the daily living component at the enhanced rate.
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What points are awarded for PIP?

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Mobility Component Points Scores
  • 8 points for the standard rate.
  • 12 points for the enhanced rate.
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How many points do you get for anxiety on PIP?

Eight points

You have an anxiety or panic attack.
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Can I claim PIP for stress and anxiety?

It is certainly possible to be eligible to claim PIP (personal independence payment pip) if suffering from a mental health condition such as depression or anxiety but it very much depends on how the mental illness affects you.
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What is classed as overwhelming psychological distress?

'Overwhelming psychological distress' means distress related to an enduring mental health condition or intellectual or cognitive impairment which results in a severe anxiety state in which the symptoms are so severe that the person is unable to function.
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Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessment maximum points



Can I get a mobility car on standard rate PIP?

No, standard rate PIP cannot be used to join the Motability Scheme, you must apply for and receive one of the following allowances: Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
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What is the PIP 20 Metre rule?

The 20 metre rule is a senseless and arbitrary measure of mobility. Under this rule, if you can walk just one step over 20 metres (roughly the length of two double-decker buses), the Scottish Government says you don't need the higher rate of mobility support.
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Can you get PIP if you use a walking stick?

Points can be awarded if an aid or appliance is needed to carry out a daily living or mobility activity. The aid or appliance might improve, provide or replace an impaired physical or mental function. Examples include: modified cutlery, grab rails, incontinence pads, a walking stick or wheelchair.
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Can you be awarded PIP without a face to face assessment?

Unless you have a terminal illness you'll usually have to have an assessment to complete your Personal Independence Payment (PIP) application. It's an opportunity for you to talk about how your condition affects you - it's not a diagnosis of your condition or a medical examination.
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How do I answer PIP questions?

In summary these are our top tips for a successful PIP claim:
  1. Always be honest.
  2. Answer describing how you feel 'most of the time'.
  3. Add concise, unambiguous comments.
  4. Aim for consistency with your answers.
  5. Don't be afraid to get professional help.
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What can I get free with PIP?

For more information about PIP, including current PIP rates and how to apply, visit our dedicated PIP section.
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  • Benefit top-ups. ...
  • Council tax discount. ...
  • Blue Badge for parking. ...
  • Increased housing benefit. ...
  • Road tax discount. ...
  • Discounted public transport. ...
  • Toll roads. ...
  • 8. Entertainment discounts.
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How many points is standard rate mobility?

Check what the mobility scores mean

If you get between 8 and 11 points in total, you'll get the mobility component of PIP at the standard rate. If you get at least 12 points in total, you'll get the mobility component at the enhanced rate.
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Can I get free car tax on standard rate PIP?

You can apply for exemption from paying vehicle tax if you get the: higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance ( DLA ) enhanced rate mobility component of Personal Independence Payment ( PIP )
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Can I get disability premium on PIP?

If you or your partner is getting the enhanced rate of the daily living component of PIP, you can get an enhanced disability premium included in your Income Support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) or Housing Benefit.
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How do I get higher rate PIP?

You get the standard rate if you score between eight and 11 points for your mobility needs in the PIP test. You get the enhanced rate if you score 12 points or more.
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How far can you walk PIP?

You can stand and then move between 1 and 20 metres without any help. You can stand and then move between 1 and 20 metres with a special aid.
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Can you get a blue badge on standard rate mobility?

If you're disabled or have a health condition that affects your mobility, you can apply for a Blue Badge. You can also apply for a badge if you care for a child with a health condition that affects their mobility. Councils can charge for a blue badge.
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Do you get both components of PIP?

PIP is made up of 2 parts - called 'components'. The 'daily living component' is for the extra help you need with everyday tasks. This can include preparing food, washing, getting dressed or communicating with other people. The 'mobility component' is for the extra help you need getting around.
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Can I get a car on low rate mobility?

People who claim the Lower Rate Mobility Component (LRMC) of DLA or PIP aren't eligible for the scheme, but there are still plenty of options at Pentagon instead of getting DLA mobility car. You can instead use the LRMC DLA to cut other costs, helping you to afford an economical used car.
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Who qualifies for enhanced mobility PIP?

To qualify for enhanced rate PIP mobility, based purely on physical problems, a claimant would need to be limited to less than 20 metres, so less than 2 bus lengths. An assessment that they can manage somewhere in the range 20 to 50 metres would score them 10 points, giving them standard rate.
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How do you get a mobility car on PIP?

To lease a car on the Motability Scheme, you must receive one of the following allowances:
  1. Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
  2. Higher Rate Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
  3. Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Adult Disability Payment (ADP)
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Does PIP get backdated?

How to claim PIP. Claiming Personal Independence Payment can take up to four months after making your claim to you receive any money. PIP cannot be backdated but your payments start from the date you made your claim to cover the handling time at the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP).
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What should I say on a PIP phone assessment?

Things to remember on telephone assessments

Try not to just answer 'yes' or 'no' to questions. Give as much detail as you can. It is best to try & explain how doing something would affect you afterwards and if you could do it repeatedly in a short period of time.
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Does PIP contact your doctor?

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) must consider all medical evidence when deciding about your PIP claim. However, unless you provide this information, they may not contact your GP or other health care professionals for more details.
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