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Renewing claim with new doctor - What docs do I need?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to renew my claim with a new doctor. Has anyone gone through this process recently? I'm not sure if I have all the necessary medical documents. Any advice on what I need to prepare or what to expect?

QuantumQuasar

I just went through this last month. Make sure you have: - A detailed medical report from your new doctor - Any test results or scans - A letter explaining why you're changing doctors - Your old claim number It's a bit of a hassle, but not too bad if you're prepared. Good luck!

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Zainab Omar

This is super helpful, thanks! Do you know how long the process usually takes?

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QuantumQuasar

For me, it took about 3 weeks from submitting everything to getting approval. But I've heard it can vary.

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Connor Gallagher

3 weeks? You got lucky! I've been waiting for 2 months now 😭

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Yara Sayegh

ugh, i hate dealing with this stuff. the system is so broken. good luck, OP!

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Keisha Johnson

Has anyone found a way to actually get someone on the phone? I've been trying for days and keep getting disconnected or put on hold forever.

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Paolo Longo

I actually found a solution! There's this site called claimyr.com that has a calling tool. It dials the phone menu, stays on hold, and then forwards the call to you when a live agent picks up. It costs $20, but it worked for me. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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CosmicCowboy

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Paolo Longo

I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it's legit. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Amina Diallo

20 bucks tho? 🤔 Idk if its worth it

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Paolo Longo

Trust me, after spending days trying to get through, $20 felt like a bargain. Time is money, ya know? 💯

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Oliver Schulz

Pro tip: If you're changing doctors, make sure your new doc is in-network with your insurance. Learned that one the hard way 🤦‍♂️

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Natasha Orlova

Oof, that must've been expensive. Thanks for the heads up!

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Javier Cruz

Anyone else feel like they need a law degree to understand all these forms? 🤣

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Emma Wilson

For real! I swear they make it complicated on purpose 🙄

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Malik Thomas

lol same. I just stare at the forms like 👀

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NeonNebula

Hey OP, don't forget to keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit. These people love to 'lose' paperwork.

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Miguel Ramos

Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely make copies. Any other advice?

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NeonNebula

Yeah, send everything certified mail if you can. It's a pain, but it gives you proof they received it.

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Isabella Costa

I'm in the same boat, trying to renew with a new doc. This whole process is giving me more stress than my actual health issues 😫

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