Michael Creed
Question:777. Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Social Protection the current situation regarding an invalidity pension payment to a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [13009/24]
View answerWednesday, 20 March 2024
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Invalidity Pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and for no other reason and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions. The person concerned is in receipt of Invalidity Pension since 13 October 2016. My department carries out periodic reviews to ensure continuing eligibility for the payment, to confirm that the qualifying conditions continue to be fulfilled and that no disqualifications from receiving IP apply.
A medical review of the person was initiated on 1 March 2024 with the issuing of a medical self-diagnostic report (form MR99). Once this form is completed and returned< it will be assessed by a department Medical Assessor and the person will be informed, in writing, of the outcome, in due course.
It is important to note that this individual's IP claim remains in payment and this will not be impacted while the review is ongoing.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
Question No. 778 answered with Question No. 718.