empoyer calling doctor office

[lazy cook]

What is the name of your state? Texas
is it legal or illegal for my employer to call my doctor's off to request a copy of my return to work statement?
can the doctor office fax them the information without my consent?

 

[oberauerdorf]

Yes and Yes

 

[Beth3]

A note from your doctor stating you are medically able to return to work is NOT protected health information. Yes, your employer may contact your doctor to request this. Yes, the doctor can fax this information to your employer without your consent.