DWP reveals 87 medical conditions that qualify for £749 payment

People are being encouraged to check their eligibility for a weekly support payment of up to £110. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released a list of 87 conditions that will qualify someone for payment. Personal Independence Payment(PIP) is intended to assist those living with long-term physical or mental health conditions, disabilities, or learning difficulties.

It's particularly beneficial for those of State Pension age who wish to maintain their independence at home. PIP is a non-means-tested, tax-free benefit that will pay either £73.90 or £110.40 per week during the 2025/26 financial year, depending on the level of support required. In April, these rates were increased by 1.7% in line with inflation, aiming to help households manage rising living costs. Payments are typically made every four weeks, meaning eligible claimants will receive either £295.60 or £441.60 per pay period. Over the course of a year, this could amount to a maximum of £5,740.80, reports Wales Online.

Earlier this year, the DWP announced proposed changes to PIP epected to come into effect from November 2026, impacting both new and existing claimants.

Under the new rules, thousands of people are anticipated to lose their entitlement to PIP - a decision that has attracted widespread criticism.

The decision was later mostly reversed and no changes will take place next year, with a review to take place instead.

Here's everything you need to know about PIP, including eligibility criteria and the health conditions that qualify:

What are Personal Independence Payments (PIP)?

Personal Independence Payments (PIP) are designed to support individuals with long-term illnesses, mental health conditions, or physical or learning disabilities. The payments are typically made every four weeks.

Eligibility for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is not based on National Insurance contributions and is not means-tested. This implies that you can still qualify even if you're employed, have savings, or are receiving other benefits.

PIP is divided into two components - a daily living rate and a mobility rate - and you could be eligible for one or both simultaneously. Both rates offer a standard rate and an enhanced rate. This benefit is tax-free, and the amount you receive is not affected by your income or savings.

What is the value of PIP?

Here are the new weekly rates, but remember that PIP is paid every four weeks:

• Daily living component: £73.90 (lower weekly rate) £110.40 (higher weekly rate).
• Mobility component: £29.20 (lower weekly rate) £77.05 (higher weekly rate).

These rates mean that if, for example, you qualify for both the enhanced daily living and enhanced mobility components of the payments, you will receive a total of £749.80 every four weeks. If you qualify for both the standard daily living and standard mobility components, you will receive £412.40 every four weeks.

Which medical conditions make you eligible for PIP?

As reported by the Daily Record, 87 musculoskeletal conditions could make you eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) support. This aid can assist with daily living, mobility needs, or both.

It's crucial to remember that this list isn't exhaustive, so if your condition doesn't feature, don't be put off from making a claim. The PIP award is based on how your condition affects you, not the condition itself.

Wondering how to apply for PIP?

An assessment by an independent healthcare professional is required to qualify for the benefit. This helps the DWP determine the level of help you need.

Assessments can be conducted face-to-face, via video call, over the phone, or through paper-based evaluations. The DWP decides the method of assessment, and you won't have a choice in this matter.

Here's the complete list:

Osteoarthritis of Hip, Knee, or other single joint.

Primary generalised Osteoarthritis.

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).

Fibromyalgia.

Pain syndromes - Chronic - Other / type not known.

Ankylosing spondylitis.

Arthritis - Psoriatic/Reactive.

Inflammatory arthritis - Other / type not known.

Juvenile chronic arthritis (Still's disease).

Rheumatoid arthritis.

Crystal deposition disorders - Other / type not known.

Gout.

Pseudogout.

Osteochondritis.

Osteonecrosis.

Osteomalacia.

Osteoporosis.

Other metabolic and endocrine disorders of musculoskeletal system.

Paget's disease.

Rickets.

Achondroplasia.

Epiphyseal dysplasia - multiple.

Genetic disorders, dysplasias and malformations - Other / type not known.

Hereditary multiple exostosis (diaphyseal aclasis).

Hypermobility syndrome.

Marfan's syndrome.

Osteogenesis imperfecta.

Tumours of bone - benign.

Compartment syndrome (Volkmann's ischaemia).

Fracture complications - Other / type not known.

Sudek's atrophy.

Generalised musculoskeletal disease - Other / type not known.

Adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder).

Rotator cuff disorder.

Shoulder disorders - Other / type not known.

Shoulder instability.

Elbow disorders - Other / type not known.

Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis).

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis).

Carpal tunnel syndrome.

Dupuytren's contracture.

Tendon lesions.

Tenosynovitis.

Wrist and hand disorders - Other / type not known.

Cervical disc lesion.

Cervical spondylosis.

Neck disorders - Other / type not known.

Whiplash injury.

Back pain - Non-specific (mechanical)/Specific - Other / type not known.

Kyphosis.

Lumbar disc lesion.

Lumbar spondylosis (OA spine).

Schuermann's disease.

Scoliosis.

Spinal stenosis.

Spondylolisthesis.

Dislocation of the hip - congenital.

Hip disorders - Other / type not known.

Perthes disease.

Slipped upper femoral epiphysis.

Bursitis.

Chondromalacia patellae.

Knee disorders - Other / type not known.

Ligamentous instability of knee.

Meniscal lesions.

Osgood-Schlatter's disease.

Osteochondritis dissecans.

Patellar dislocation - Recurrent.

Ankle and foot disorders - Other / type not known.

Club foot (talipes).

Fore foot pain (Metatarsalgia).

Hallux valgus /rigidus.

Amputation - Lower limb(s), Upper limb(s), Upper and Lower limb/s.

Abdomen - Injuries/Fracture/Dislocation of Abdomen, Lowe limb, Pelvis, Spine, Thorax, Upper limb, Multiple

Musculoskeletal disease - Regional / Localised - Other / type not known.