How to Report a Leave of Absence
MetLife makes it easy to report your disability claim as well as other types of absence, such as those that qualify under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), state leave laws and company-sponsored leaves. The following information explains how to report your disability claim or absence request and what to expect.
Reporting Your Absence
If you will be absent from work in excess of 5 consecutive work days due to sickness, pregnancy, or accidental injury, and/or for a reason such as: Family and Medical Leave, State Sponsored Leave, Military Leave (USERRA), Administrative Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Unpaid Childcare Leave, you must report your absence by:
- Notifying your Supervisor
- Calling the MetLife Claims Center: 1-800-220-1716
- Or, reporting your absence to MetLife through the MyBenefits Website at metlife.com/mybenefits.
- The Claims Center is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am. – 11:00 pm EST.
Please note that an absence due to sickness, injury, pregnancy, your own serious health condition of more than 3 consecutive days, or the serious health condition of a family member may qualify for leave under the FMLA as well as state laws similar to the FMLA (“FML”). The MetLife Disability Leave Coordinator will assist you in determining the type of leave which you are entitled to and qualify for, based on your employer’s absence policy and consistent with applicable law.