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Old 12-06-2014, 12:54   #1229
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Re: The state benefits system mega-thread. Many merged.

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Originally Posted by nomadking View Post
The problem with using evidence from GPs is that it will be based mainly on what the patient says. The GP will accept what is said as being the truth, as there would be no reason for the patient to lie. When it comes to benefit decisions, the patients do potentially have a reason to lie.
But the GP should have all copies of letters and much more information shared by other medical professionals on their systems. So all of the evidence that would backup their patients claims should be right there.
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