Pregnancy is not listed as a disability under the definition of the Social Security Administration. A disability is, “the inability to do any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected to result in death or which has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months.”
Pregnancy only typically lasts nine months and does not prevent the ability to be gainfully employed. Unless the pregnancy results in a disability to either the mother or the child, they may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits.
The SSA does not provide disability benefits for short term disabilities. The federal government only pay benefits for certain long-term disability. Colorado is one of a few states that provides short term disability benefits in certain conditions. If a disability qualifies, a person may receive 60% of their earnings for a maximum duration of 150 days over a 12 month period.
If you still have questions regarding SSDI benefits, contact us at Viner Disability Law.
12/11/2024