The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published a comprehensive list of 22 bowel and stomach conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), offering up to £748 per month for eligible claimants.
PIP Payment Rates
PIP provides financial support for individuals with long-term health conditions or disabilities. The daily living component is paid at a standard rate of £76.55 per week or an enhanced rate of £114.80 per week. The mobility component is paid at a standard rate of £30.20 per week or an enhanced rate of £80.10 per week. Claimants who qualify for the enhanced daily living rate and a portion of the mobility support can receive up to £748 per month.
Eligibility Criteria
The DWP assesses how challenging daily living and mobility tasks are for claimants. Each task is evaluated based on safety, time taken, and whether assistance from a person or equipment is needed. The frequency of the condition's impact is also considered.
Full List of 22 Qualifying Conditions
- Oesophageal varices
- Oesophagus, stomach and duodenum conditions
- Hiatus hernia / gastroesophageal reflux disease / reflux oesophagitis
- Peptic ulcer (gastric and duodenal) / gastritis
- Colon - Other diseases of / type not known
- Constipation
- Diverticular disease / diverticulitis
- Small bowel - Other diseases of / type not known
- Coeliac disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Anorectal abscess
- Fistula in anus
- Haemorrhoids
- Rectal prolapse
- Rectum/anus - Other diseases of / type not known
- Cleft lip
- Cleft lip with cleft palate
- Hirschprung Disease
- Tracheo-oesophageal fistula/atresia
- Attention to artificial opening colostomy/ileostomy/stoma - no underlying diagnosis
- Gastrointestinal tract - Other diseases of / type not known
Claimants must meet specific assessment criteria to receive PIP. The DWP advises checking eligibility through official channels.
