Illinois FMLA Certification of Physician is a document required by the state of Illinois for employees seeking to take leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This certification serves as proof that an employee or their family member has a serious health condition that qualifies for FMLA leave. The Illinois FMLA Certification of Physician is filled out by a licensed healthcare provider, such as a physician, surgeon, psychiatrist, or osteopath. It should include relevant information regarding the medical condition, its severity, and the estimated duration of the condition. In addition, it should state if the employee or their family member requires continuous medical treatment, or if intermittent leave is necessary. The certification should also specify the specific dates or duration of time the employee requires leave, whether it is intermittent or continuous. It is important for the healthcare provider to include their contact information, including their name, address, phone number, and license number, to ensure authenticity. There are several types of Illinois FMLA Certification of Physician, based on the type of leave being requested: 1. Employee's Serious Health Condition: This certification is used when the employee themselves is experiencing a serious health condition that requires them to take leave. 2. Spouse, Child, or Parent's Serious Health Condition: This certification is used when the employee's spouse, child, or parent has a serious health condition that requires the employee to take leave to care for them. 3. Covered Service Member's Serious Injury or Illness: This certification is used when the employee needs to take leave to care for a covered service member who sustained a serious injury or illness related to their military service. 4. Exigency Leave: This certification is used when the employee needs to take leave due to a qualifying exigency arising out of the fact that their spouse, child, or parent is a military member on covered active duty or has been notified of an impending call or order to cover active duty. It is important to note that the Illinois FMLA Certification of Physician should be completed accurately and in a timely manner to ensure the smooth processing of the employee's leave request. Failure to provide a valid certification may result in the denial of FMLA benefits.