Q. When one of our employees requested FMLA leave, we asked for medical certification of a substantial health condition from her health care provider. We received the form, but cannot read some of the physician’s handwriting and do not understand some of the responses. We also need additional information not requested in the medical certification form. Can we seek clarification from the health care provider?
Employee wants FMLA leave: Can we contact her health care provider?
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