Leaves of Absence

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When do I need to apply for a leave of absence?
  • How do I request a leave of absence?
  • What are the Absence Management Service Center’s operation hours?
  • When I call to report my leave of absence, what questions will I be asked?
  • Where do I submit my leave certification documents?
  • What is Owens & Minor’s call-in procedure during a leave of absence?
  • What is the Return-to-Work process?
  • What happens with benefit premiums while I am on a leave of absence?
  • What happens if I experience an IRS Recognized Qualified Life Event or Change in Benefits while on leave?

The Disability Management Guide can provide you with more information about leaves of absence, as well as answers to frequently asked questions. Click below to learn more.

Disability Management Guide

This Benefits Website provides general information for our benefit eligible employees; however, more detailed information is available within the plan documents and legal contracts between our company and the insurance providers. In case of any discrepancy between this Benefits Website and the plan documents, the plan documents always govern and determine your exact benefits. In addition, the company reserves the right to modify or terminate any benefit plan at any time. Benefits are not a guarantee of employment.