FMLA

Catbert46

Does anyone know if breast reduction surgery qualifies under FMLA?

Irie

If the doctor certifies the condition then it would qualify as FMLA. Matters not what the diagnosis is only that it be certified by a doctor.

LindaS

Actually that is not EXACTLY correct. In the FMLA regulations it states that cosmetic surgery, unless complications develop, are NOT serious health conditions under FMLA. The question here is really how far to go with it.

ritaanz

Is the surgery just for cosmetic reasons? There are cases when it is required for health reasons such as back problems.

Irie

Believe me, breast reduction surgery is not always cosmetic.

Since the employer is not supposed to know a diagnosis, it would seem to me that if the doctor certifies the procedure as a serious health condition then it would be covered under FMLA--cosmetic or not. Wouldn't that be up to the doctor to make the determination?

Catbert46

I know the statue says cosmetic is not covered. But if the doctor indicates that it qualifies I have to assume it does. My boss however does not. Ergo the question. Thanks to all who posted. I appreciate the help.