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Will My Grandchild's SSI Increase If She Has More Than One Disabling Condition?

My grandchild receives SSI disability for aniridia she is 7 years old. if she is now diagnosed with autism will her SSI disability check be increased?



Hi,

I'm sorry to hear about your granddaughter's health problems.

The answer to your question is no. The diagnosis of an additional impairment(s) would not cause her SSI payment amount to increase.

Best, Jerry

Posted:
January 18, 2017