There are ongoing changes happening to the UK welfare benefits system and many people living with HIV will be affected. The evidence provided by clinicians and other care workers is crucial to the success or otherwise of benefits claims in the new system.
This is a guide for HIV consultants and specialist nurses who may be asked to provide medical evidence for patients in support of benefits claims. The guidance outlines the changes to disability related benefits as of 2014. It also clarifies what information is needed from clinicians and nurses and highlight good examples of supporting letter for the assessment process.