Is there a disability? Medical information may be requiredIf the member is unable to obtain the medical information themselves and clarification is needed then obtain voluntary release for medical information that relates to the accommodation needs only (not a release of all medical information or medical information that does not relate to the disability that requires accommodation) What is the extent of the disability? Job demands analysis and work description to be provided to the physician or otherexpertsMedical information concerning the nature and extent of restrictions and limitationsEnsure medical information links restrictions and limitations to the accommodation of the jobFollow-up if medical information is inadequate or inaccurate Can the employee’s own job be modified short of undue hardship? Work and workplace redesign and re-bundling of tasksUse of equipment, assistive devicesAlternative or flexible schedules and hoursReassignment and other …
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