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Can a child with jra/jia receive ssi?
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JRA/JIA: Jra is not considered a disability unless permanent joint deformity happens- limiting the patient's mobility. Hence no SSI for jra with no joint deformity.
Answered 6/11/2017
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JIA/ SSI: Yes, a child with JIA can receive SSI. A social worker can help with paper work
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