How does Sedgwick CMS get the physicians information for my leave request?
If you are filing a new leave request and we have not received information from the physician for this leave, inform the physician to call Sedgwick CMS immediately. The physician will need to supply Sedgwick CMS with information regarding the Serious Health Condition (SHC). If the physician is unable to call, you can download the applicable Certification form for the physician to fill out. Fill out the top portion of the form and instruct the physician to fill in the remainder of this form and fax it to Sedgwick CMS as soon as possible, to complete the filing process. If you are not returning to work on your scheduled return to work date, download the appropriate Supplemental Certification Form and fill out the top portion. Have the physician complete the form and either fax or mail it to Sedgwick CMS in order to continue your benefit payments. Please Note: Filing does not guarantee you will receive benefits. You must first meet the criteria and provisions of your company’s plan. For a
