Last month, HR told me I needed to fill out FMLA for 2 medical issues I have. I got 1 doctor to do the paperwork but not the other. I’m working on getting it even though I’m over the 15 day window (that I didn’t know existed). But then today HR said they needed a list of all my doctors appointments that take me out of the office. I thought HR only needed to know about the FMLA absences? I’ve never had to have my general doctor appointments approved before. Is this something I have to disclose?

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Depends on your company's policy, and possibly the state law. There are companies that demand a doctor's note for every instance of sick leave, as juvenile as it is.

I’ve heard of that. My work has never required a doctor’s note except for long absences (like if I miss a week due to illness). I’m in NY state, not sure if that changes anything

That's a little bizarre that they require a list of all visits...I haven't encountered that before. Are you using PTO for those non-FMLA appointments?

Sometimes I use PTO. Usually I have to use my vacation time. We’re given sick time for appointments but have strict rules on using it. It’s very annoying which is why I sometimes take these absences unpaid

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