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Form WH-380-F: Certification of Health Care Provider for Family Member's Serious Health Condition

Optional DOL form for medical certification when an employee needs FMLA leave to care for a spouse, child or parent with a serious health condition.

Rev. June 2020
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division

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Instructions for filling out Form WH-380-F: Certification of Health Care Provider for Family Member's Serious Health Condition

This template is used for official filing and documentation. Below are detailed instructions for completing, requirement details, and submission rules.

Who needs to fill out this document?

This form is designed for use by legal entities, individuals, or authorized representatives in the following cases:

  • Employees caring for a seriously ill family member.
  • HR teams processing caregiver leave.
  • Health care providers of the family member.

What you will need before starting

Before filling out the interactive form, prepare the following details and documents:

1. Employer sectionEmployee name and return deadline.
2. Family member and relationshipWho needs care and how they're related.
3. Provider certificationMedical facts and the need for care.
4. Care scheduleExpected frequency and duration of leave.

Step-by-step filling process

  1. Employer completes Section I: Enter details and the due date.
  2. Employee completes Section II: Describe the care you'll provide.
  3. Provider completes Section III: Medical facts and estimates.
  4. Return to employer: Generally within 15 calendar days.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who counts as a family member?

Under FMLA: spouse, child, or parent (not in-laws).

Can I take intermittent leave?

Yes, if medically necessary, as certified by the provider.

Is this form mandatory?

No, but employers may require equivalent certification.

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