What happens to my insurance benefits while on a medical leave?

If you fail to return to work after the FMLA leave, Placer County will recover its share of health plan premiums paid during a period of unpaid FMLA leave. The following guidelines apply for the following statuses:

  • Paid Status (using sick/vacation/CTO/Management Leave accruals) - Benefit premiums continue to be paid through the payroll process and all your benefits remain intact.
  • Unpaid Status (off payroll) - While you are on FMLA, Placer County will pay the employer share of health, dental and vision premiums for up to 12 weeks. You will be responsible for your normal employee share. The Personnel Department will notify you of premiums due
  • Non-FMLA Leave - If you are on a non-FMLA leave of absence, you may be responsible for both the employee and employer premiums. Please contact the Personnel Department at 530-889-4060 for premium costs.

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1. How should I notify Placer County that I would like to take a medical leave of absence?
2. What if I need to extend my medical leave?
3. What happens to my insurance benefits while on a medical leave?
4. What does reasonable accommodation mean?
5. What if I don't return from medical leave?