808.07 Verification of Exemptions SR 06-12, 10/06 (FAM-A)

District Offices are responsible for determining exemption status based on acceptable documentation and verification of the exemption claim.

Exception: Individuals claiming a medical exemption are referred to a Division of Adult Learning and Rehabilitation (DALR) Work Capacity Specialist (WCS). The WCS reviews the medical information provided and, if needed, works with the client and/or medical community to make a determination regarding the NHEP activities in which the individual is able to participate.

Acceptable documentation must contain specific detail and address each item listed under the appropriate heading. General or incomplete statements that do not thoroughly address each specific item are considered unacceptable.

Do not grant an exemption if the individual fails to provide acceptable verification within 10 days of the request or fails to notify the District Office of difficulty in obtaining 3rd party documentation. Proceed with the referral to the NHEP team after the verification time frame has elapsed.

Exception: Allow more than 10 days if notified by the individual of difficulty in obtaining 3rd party documentation. Assist the individual, upon request, in identifying sources of alternate documentation when documentation from the original source cannot be obtained.

Medical Exemption

Individuals claiming an exemption from NHEP work requirements due to their own or a family member’s medical issue must:

• provide a completed Form 752a, Authorization For Release of Protected Health Information; and

• have a licensed physician or board certified psychologist complete either Form 752, Physician/Clinician’s Statement of Capabilities, for the individual, or Form 752HH, Physician/Clinician’s Statement of Necessary Patient Care for a Household Member, for a family member’s medical issue. Both forms must indicate the participation abilities of the client.

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All Other Exemptions

Accept any documentation that reasonably establishes the individual’s exemption status.