Yes, you can get a doctor's note online by booking a telehealth visit on Sesame! All of our providers are licensed medical professionals who can provide high-quality care, diagnose your condition, prescribe medications, and write doctor's notes if appropriate.

Obtaining a clinical excuse note online is a convenient and efficient option, especially if you don’t have the time or resources to get to a doctor’s office for an in-person doctor appointment. If you or a family member requires a clinical excuse note, talk to a provider on Sesame today.

If your provider wrote a doctor’s note, it will be sent to your Sesame account shortly after your visit. You can save or download it as a PDF from there.

• On the Sesame telehealth app: Tap “More”, then “Medical notes” to view and download your note.
• On desktop: Go to “My visits” within your account, select your recent appointment, then click “Medical notes” to view and download your note. You can also access view medical notes within the "Settings" tab.

All providers on Sesame are able to write doctor’s notes! This includes doctors (MDs), physician assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs), and osteopathic physicians (DOs). They are also able to provide a diagnosis, prescribe medications, and order lab tests.

However, it is always best to check your company policy or school policy about their requirements regarding documentation for sick leave, as rules about who can provide a work excuse note can vary depending on your employer or educational institution.

A doctor’s note will typically include the date of examination and any restrictions or accommodations necessary for the individual's recovery, including how long you need to be excused from work or school and a doctor’s name or doctor's signature. It can serve as proof of illness or injury and can be used to excuse an individual from work or school.

Employers have the right to request additional information about a disability or health condition an employee may have. These inquiries can only be made if they are related to a business necessity and the performance of an individual’s job. If a request is made, the employer must adhere to privacy rules as laid out by the ADA.

In most circumstances, your employer is allowed to request a doctor’s note from you if you are requesting sick leave or a leave of absence. If you are missing work for an extended period, you typically need to provide an official doctor's note to your employer so that you can be covered by the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) while you’re away from work.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), an employer is also allowed to ask for medical proof if you are requesting certain accommodations (such as medical leave). Review your company's extended medical leave policy or contact your human resources department to learn more. You can also check here for a list of states and cities with paid leave laws.

Forging a doctor's note can have serious legal and professional consequences. You can face disciplinary action at work or school, such as suspension, termination, or expulsion, and it can also damage your reputation or future job prospects.

Additionally, using a fake document to obtain sick leave or other benefits could result in criminal fraud charges. It is always best to obtain legitimate documentation from a licensed healthcare provider rather than attempting to create a fraudulent document.