can I re-certify?

Irie

Employee was admitted to hospital at the end of July. FMLA paperwork was sent and doctor said employee was unable to work for a week. The doctor also indicated the employee would need intense outpatient treatment three times/week for the next 4--5 weeks. I approved the week of leave plus the intermittent leave until the beginning of September. This morning I received a message that the employee is back in the hospital.

Even though 30 days have not passed can I re-certify for this leave since the circumstances have changed and she is hospitalized again? Thanks.

LindaS

Yes, you should have them recertify. If the need for the leave has changed, you should have current paperwork supporting the need for the current leave.

Irie

Thank you Linda.