Assuming that your disability meets the definition under the ADA (a condition that substantially limits a major life activity and is expected to last for at least 6 months), then the employer is obligated to provide you with a reasonable accommodation that allows you to perform the essential duties of your job. The accommodation must be reasonable, allow you to perform the essential duties of your job, and must not impose an undue hardship on the employer. Simply providing a doctor note does not require the employer to accommodate you if your medical condition does not meet the definition of a disability or request a reasonable accommodation allowing you to perform your essential job functions.
By way of example, if you have a back problem and need an ergonomic chair to alleviate the pain so you can perform your duties, this must be provided. Working from home a few days a week is sometimes reasonable, but for some jobs may not be a reasonable accommodation. These cases are very fact intensive so you would need to speak with an attorney in your area to review your case in detail.
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