Disability & Rights27 January 2026

MDPH: there is no official list of 30 recognised diseases

Contrary to a common misconception, the MDPH does not use a closed list of 30 diseases. Rights depend on disability impact and support needs.

Samuel HAYOT
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MDPH: there is no official list of 30 recognised diseases

Updated March 2026 - There is no official closed list of 30 diseases that automatically trigger MDPH rights.

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Main point

The MDPH assesses functional impact and support needs, not just diagnosis labels.

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Conclusion

Rights depend on disability evaluation, not on a fixed disease list.

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Article written by Samuel HAYOT

Chartered Accountant, registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants.

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