Esa

MUMZ2BEE

I had an atos benefit medical back in November 2012.

I was awarded support group status, but the letter they sent me didn't state for how long for.

Although I have moved since since my medical, I notified them immediately.

Is there an email address to contact the dwp on to find out when I am due for another reassessment please?

I have had further medical issues since then and have been diagnosed with cfs and fibromyalgia.

KxMx

Can't help with an email but if you ring the number on your paperwork, and ask for a call back from the JCP that administers your claim (you will initially get through to a general contact centre), they can tell you the current review date on your file.

Given the delay caused by ATOS quitting that date may not be very representative of when you will next be reviewed. But it's the best anyone is going to get right now.

MUMZ2BEE

KxMx wrote: »

Can't help with an email but if you ring the number on your paperwork, and ask for a call back from the JCP that administers your claim (you will initially get through to a general contact centre), they can tell you the current review date on your file.

Given the delay caused by ATOS quitting that date may not be very representative of when you will next be reviewed. But it's the best anyone is going to get right now.

I did wonder why I have not head anything from them.

I don't want to ring as I dont feel confident on the telephone.

I guess I should just have to sit and wait till I hear otherwise.

KxMx

Yes, Atos quit quite some time ago.

This led to no (or minuscule amounts) repeat ESA WCA's being carried out.

There were reports in some areas of cases due for review being delayed by two years.

The new provider, Maximus, has only been in place for a matter of weeks.

It is not yet known how they will tackle the backlog and of course as always it varies from area to area.

bloolagoon

Wow all credit to the NHS in your area. Most people don't get to see a rhummy and diagnosis within weeks of referral. Nice to see a positive side as we tend to hear about long waits.

MUMZ2BEE

I was diagnosed by my gp who has a lot of knowledge of fibro and cfs.

I had all the blood tests, and I was also found to be low in folic acid.

I am having a vitman d test this week, and as I understand it, both of these have contributed to fibro sufferers.

I now take 30mg of amitriptyline a day now which does help, and I use deep heat a lot on painful areas.

I also find having a hot bath helps to relax my aching muscles too.

Fizzy11

My son was put in the support group but the letter didn't say how long for but apparently the longest period is two years & we are now starting the process all over again even though he has a learning difficulty that won't improve.