Seriously? Only me.

[Jenifer2010 9]

Last week, my husband completed a second medical for the bargain price of almost $600 due to an RFE. We then went to pick up the results only to learn they have SHREDDED our RFE letter from USCIS (at the civil surgeons office) which I gave them to show them what we needed. Now, I have no record where to send my info. Anyone have a bat phone number to the department where I can call to know where to mail our stuff. Uggg... General condolences for my lost letter also appreciated.

[ceadsearc 515]

Sounds like a combination. I can't say if USCIS is at fault for being picky since you didn't state what they requested the RFE for, precisely, but they request the same thing of everyone and it's not usually a problem so I doubt it's on them. It wasn't too bright of the civil surgeon's office to shred the RFE, but at the same time, you should never, EVER give originals of your documents from USCIS away and certainly not without making a copy.

I'd call the USCIS 800 number and ask where it is to be sent.

[Jenifer2010 9]

Sounds like a combination. I can't say if USCIS is at fault for being picky since you didn't state what they requested the RFE for, precisely, but they request the same thing of everyone and it's not usually a problem so I doubt it's on them. It wasn't too bright of the civil surgeon's office to shred the RFE, but at the same time, you should never, EVER give originals of your documents from USCIS away and certainly not without making a copy.

I'd call the USCIS 800 number and ask where it is to be sent.

Sooooo... you are essentially saying I'm tied with the dumb xxx doctor for handing him our RFE letter. I can see that. The RFE was for additional vaccines and to make sure after two years he wouldn't give me an STD. I'm happy to report...he passed. Life is good.

[ceadsearc 515]

Ah, they are picky with vaccines. My husband paid a ton to get a bunch of vaccines he already had because they wouldn't accept his shot record, but it is what it is. Consider it a lesson learned, always xerox EVERYTHING, and if you call customer service tomorrow they should be able to pull up the letter that was sent and give you the address. I could give you the address we were given when we got an RFE, but I honestly have no idea if all RFEs go to the same place.

[Kathryn41 3,205]

The doctor's office is at fault. They did not own the document you gave them - it was yours - and they should have given it back to you. If you have to purchase a duplicate of the information I would send them the bill since it was their inappropriate action that caused the problem. While preventing anyone from happening would have been better for you, there was no need for the doctor's office to shred anything belonging to someone else. They were the ones who have caused the ultimate and unnecessary problem for you.

Condolences on your 'lost' letter . Good luck in getting the information you require. They should be able to access your account through your A number and might be able to provide you with the location where your file currently is.

Edited September 27, 2011 by Kathryn41

[ceadsearc 515]

If you have to purchase a duplicate of the information I would send them the bill since it was their inappropriate action that caused the problem.

You can purchase a duplicate of an RFE? How does one do that? I swear I learn something new every day here!

[Jenifer2010 9]

Ah, they are picky with vaccines. My husband paid a ton to get a bunch of vaccines he already had because they wouldn't accept his shot record, but it is what it is. Consider it a lesson learned, always xerox EVERYTHING, and if you call customer service tomorrow they should be able to pull up the letter that was sent and give you the address. I could give you the address we were given when we got an RFE, but I honestly have no idea if all RFEs go to the same place.

Thanks for the sympathy and for the light at the end of the RFE tunnel. I shall call them tomorrow.

[Kathryn41 3,205]

I have no idea if you can or can't. I do know that you can purchase copies of Notices of Action (receipts/approvals,etc.) but they are very expensive. I was suggesting that if this is an option and there is a price attached, that the doctor should be held liable for the cost. I don't know if that would work either - but it is worth a try.

[Jenifer2010 9]

The doctor's office is at fault. They did not own the document you gave them - it was yours - and they should have given it back to you. If you have to purchase a duplicate of the information I would send them the bill since it was their inappropriate action that caused the problem. While preventing anyone from happening would have been better for you, there was no need for the doctor's office to shred anything belonging to someone else. They were the ones who have caused the ultimate and unnecessary problem for you.

Condolences on your 'lost' letter . Good luck in getting the information you require. They should be able to access your account through your A number and might be able to provide you with the location where your file currently is.

Thank you so for the condolences. That poor RFE letter was just an innocent victim in all this. We loved it so.

[Uliana+abdo 1]

I believe is the Doctor fault ,just contact the USCIS they might be able to send you a copy of your Notice wish you a good luck

[Operator 1,925]

I'm no expert but the CS may claim that the document was destroyed based on HIPPA requirements. I'd call USCIS with your A number and at least ask them where you should be sending the information.

Sorry for your loss...hope you sort it out quickly.

Edited September 27, 2011 by Operator

[ceadsearc 515]

I'm no expert but the CS may claim that the document was destroyed based on HIPPA requirements. I'd call USCIS with your A number and at least ask them where you should be sending the information.

Sorry for your loss...hope you sort it out quickly.

This is my thought as well, as I don't believe an RFE would fall under the category of something that must be retained for a certain period of time. Unless you specified you need the form back, they probably assumed it was theirs to keep and shredded it under the guidelines for disposing of personal health information as they are supposed to.

[106206 15]

I would never give a doctor the original, but instead a copy. I would have brought the original with me to show them.

It doesn't make what the doctor did right so to speak, but you created the environment that allowed the mistake to happen. If I'm in your shoes I'm blaming myself.

It happens to all of us. It was my fault for booking a marriage ceremony in a jurisdiction that did not issue the certificate fast enough for our tastes,then I made a second mistake by getting in a car to get married in the other county without bringing my divorce decree, thinking the other marriage license would suffice. We all live and learn.

[Ro Damon 7]

Oh ghee thats really silly on the doc's office part....smdh. best of luck when you unit with ur love one ....keep thinking about that!!!!

[Robert&Karen 264]

Never shed anything. If space becomes a concern, scan it and email it to yourself so it sits online. You never know when you may need something.

Also the RFE is not your fault, stuff happens between point A and point B. I got an RFE asking for a new picture of me. The one I sent was fine, or so I thought. Maybe they dropped it and the dog ate it, who knows.

DUMB DOCTOR FOR SHREDDING!