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A doctor’s note is provided to individuals suffering from a medical condition and seeking time off from work or school. This includes students, employees, freelancers, caregivers, and remote workers experiencing illness, mental health challenges, injuries, or personal emergencies. You can request both new doctor’s notes and renewals of existing ones through our virtual platform.

You can get a doctor’s note from a primary care or urgent care provider when you’re dealing with a serious medical condition. This includes injuries, hospitalization, medical appointments, contagious illnesses like COVID-19 or seasonal viral flu, pregnancy-related concerns, long-term conditions, and diagnosed mental or physical health issues.

A doctor’s note is a written statement indicating that a certified doctor evaluated you and that you need time off work. A real note contains the following information:

• Date of consultation
• Duration of the excuse
• Doctor’s name, qualification, and signature 
• Note stating your symptoms (if required) 

Yes, online doctor’s notes from licensed physicians are legitimate and generally accepted by employers and schools. They are real medical certificate signed by a certified doctor and usually include the clinic’s contact information for verification.

However, an online sick note might not be suitable:

• If your condition requires a physical examination
  
• Your employer specifically asks for an in-person doctor’s consultation

A return-to-work note is often required in the professional setting. It reminds your supervisor about the reason for your absence from work, confirms the date you will rejoin work, and may consist of follow-ups or modified responsibilities based on your medical condition.

You may need a doctor’s note to return to work or school so your employer or institution can verify the reason and duration of your absence. If your condition involved a contagious illness, physical injury, or any other medically significant issue, a return-to-work note confirms that you’re now fit to resume duties. It also serves as legal proof by formally acknowledging the seriousness of your condition.

It solely depends on the company’s leave protocol and your employer’s requirements. Mostly, the sick note is required as legal proof of your absence from work and can be obtained from a licensed online or in-person doctor.

The time covered on a sick note will depend on your condition and the doctor’s judgment. For common short-term illnesses, an online doctor’s note often covers 1-3 days off. If you need more than a week or two off, the doctor might require a follow-up or recommend an in-person evaluation for such extended leave.

Since doctor’s notes are an uninsured service, you will need to pay to receive a valid note. While the exact cost depends on your chosen telehealth platform, Your Doctors Online offers an affordable and quick option to save you time to recover.

A backdated doctor’s note can only be issued by a licensed physician who can reasonably verify that you were unwell on the specified date. This may include your family doctor, an urgent care provider, or a telehealth service like Your Doctors Online. Our doctors only issue a backdated note if the condition is ongoing or if sufficient evidence supports your claim.