Disability benefit payments can be paused, even for a single night’s stay in hospital.
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that it is developing a new ‘digital channel’ which will allow people on disability benefits , other low income benefits and the State Pension to report a change ‘in one place’. However, Minister for Social Security and Disabilities, Sir Stephen Timms, said that work is “not expected to be complete for at least another 12 months” and the new system will not apply to Universal Credit claimants.
He continued: “Universal Credit customers can report a hospital stay via a phone call, they can also report it digitally via a journal message on their Universal Credit account or via a third party or supporter if consent has been given. PIP and ADP News The DWP Minister explained in a written response to Mr O'Brien that a hospital stay will not affect people on Universal Credit. Sir Stephen said: “Where an adult aged 18 or over is maintained free of charge while undergoing medical or other treatment as an in-patient in a hospital or similar institution funded by the NHS, payment of Personal Independence Payment ceases after 28 days.
Latest Benefits News Below is everything you need to know about going into hospital if you are claiming benefits.However, if you are unable to contact the relevant department yourself, DWP says a friend or relative can call them for you.And if you’re calling on behalf of a friend or relative, you need to give your name and contact details too.How to report your hospital stay DWP guidance states: “Who you tell depends on which benefits you get.
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