The DWP will usually contact your GP or healthcare professional to obtain medical evidence when you submit a PIP or ESA claim, the information is then sent to the DWP as part of your claim process.
You may be entitled to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) if you have daily living and/or mobility needs. Unless you are terminally ill or you are transferring onto PIP from Disability Living Allowance (DLA), your needs must: Have lasted for the past three months, and. Be expected to continue for the next nine months.