Use accrued paid leave first, such as vacation, PTO, sick leave, or personal days, if your employer allows it
Check whether your employer offers paid family leave or short-term disability benefits
File a short-term disability claim if your own medical condition qualifies
Use state paid family leave benefits if your state has a program
Ask whether you can use employer-provided sick leave for FMLA-covered absences
Review your employer’s policies on concurrent use of paid leave and FMLA
Confirm whether you are eligible for workers’ compensation if the leave is job-related
Check if you qualify for any union or employer supplemental leave benefits
Coordinate with HR so paid leave and FMLA are applied correctly
Submit all required medical and benefit paperwork on time to avoid delays in payment