Doctors Note

Valid doctor's notes must include your professional signature, printed name, medical license information, date of issuance, and accurate patient information. The note should clearly state the medical basis for any requested accommodations or absences.

Include only the minimum information necessary for the intended purpose. HIPAA requires limiting details to what's medically relevant for workplace or academic accommodations while protecting patient privacy.

Employers may contact your office to verify the authenticity of a doctor's note, but you can only confirm basic information without patient consent. Detailed medical discussions require written patient authorization.