41. How do you qualify for an exemption as a pregnant woman?

You are exempt from the time limit and the Work Program if you are a pregnant woman in your third trimester (week 27 or last 120 days) of pregnancy and you have verified the pregnancy and your due date. Appendix E (DTA Online Guide Links).

DTA requires that the pregnancy be verified by a statement from a “competent medical authority,” which includes a physician, osteopath, nurse practitioner or psychologist. Additionally, for the limited purpose of diagnosing pregnancy and pregnancy-related incapacity, it includes a nurse-midwife who meets the educational and certification requirements mandated by state law.

Advocacy Reminder

• Contact your local legal services program, Appendix D, if you are pregnant and DTA says you are not exempt from the time limit and the Work Program.