Reporting deadlines
The pregnancy declaration must be made at the latest before the end of the third month of pregnancy. This means that you have approximately 14 weeks to report your condition to your health insurance fund . This declaration is essential to benefit from maternity benefits.
How to make the declaration?
The declaration is made via a specific form, generally provided by your doctor or midwife. This document, once completed, must be sent to your health insurance fund, which will take care of the registration.
Your doctor or midwife can make this declaration online. It is then automatically transmitted to your health insurance fund and your family allowance fund. Otherwise, you must submit the paper declaration.
Why is it important to declare your pregnancy?
The pregnancy declaration allows 100% coverage from the first day of the sixth month until twelve days after delivery.
- Access to rights : The declaration allows you to benefit from maternity leave (16 weeks for future employed mothers) , daily allowances and other financial assistance such as reimbursement of all medical examinations, coverage of hospitalization costs for childbirth.
- Medical monitoring : By informing the fund, it facilitates the monitoring of your pregnancy and associated care. You also benefit from 8 childbirth preparation sessions.
- Protecting your health and that of your child : This ensures that you receive the necessary information on the steps to follow and the care to be provided.
In conclusion, do not neglect this important step. Declare your pregnancy within the time limit to guarantee your right to health and appropriate benefits during this period. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to consult your healthcare professional or contact your health insurance fund .
