There are 3 parts to the guide for assessment providers ( APs) carrying out assessments for Personal Independence Payment ( PIP). ![]() It is not intended to cover all the requirements placed on APs as part of the PIP assessment contracts, their full business processes, or work carried out by DWP to monitor and manage AP performance. The guide focuses specifically on the role of HPs in the assessment and the quality of their work. It must be remembered that some of the information may not be readily understood by those who are not trained and experienced HPs. In addition, the guidance is not a stand-alone document, and should form only a part of the training and written documentation that HPs receive from APs. This document must be read with the understanding that, as experienced practitioners and trained disability analysts, HPs will have detailed knowledge of the principles and practice of relevant consultation and examination techniques and therefore such information is not contained in this guidance. It is intended to supplement the contract documents agreed with APs as part of the commercial process, providing guidance for health professionals ( HPs) carrying out assessment activity and for those responsible for putting in place and delivering processes to ensure the quality of assessments.Īll HPs undertaking assessments on behalf of DWP must be registered practitioners who have also met requirements around training, experience and competence. ![]() This document has been produced by the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP) to provide guidance for assessment providers ( APs) carrying out assessments for Personal Independence Payment ( PIP).
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