PIP Video Consultation - What to expect?

DFS

Hi All.

I have finally received a text inviting me for a video consultation for my PIP renewal at the end of April.  My last review was face to face, can anyone advise what I should expect for this kind of appointment?

Alice_Holt

Very similar to a F 2 F assessment, just online.

Have a copy of your PIP renewal form to hand, and get a family member / friend to sit in and contribute / take notes.
Be prepared to tell the assessor about the difficulties you face with the PIP descriptors, explain if you struggle to do the activities "reliably", and on the "majority of days". 
Don't be rushed by the assessor. Don't give simple Yes / No answers - explain fully.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/help-with-your-claim/your-assessment/

https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip/pip-medical-assessments

https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/preparing-for-pip-assessment/?gclid=CjwKCAjw8-OhBhB5EiwADyoY1bYklMNzgmeByXg6X8mrQvhtbT6JDbCWcmtEs-gkXeVp4g8yYNST3BoCpIwQAvD_BwE

https://www.mentalhealthandmoneyadvice.org/en/welfare-benefits/pip-mental-health-guide/help-with-your-pip-claim/what-is-the-pip-medical-assessment/

beanielou

My last one was done over the phone.
The accessor wanted to clarify some things.

DFS

I had my video assessment early on.  After 40 mins, the video link kept freezing so the assessor called me on my mobile and finished off the interview over the phone.  A totally nerve wracking experience.
Does anyone know how long the wait is for a decision from DWP?

poppy12345

Once the assessment report is returned it can be anything up to 12 weeks.