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# How Long Does It Take for My Primary Care Provider to Respond?

## Response times vary by provider and request complexity. Learn how to ask your provider directly through your Docnote account.

Response times are not set by Docnote — they vary depending on your primary care provider and the complexity of your request. Some requests may be completed quickly, while others may take longer based on your provider's workload and the nature of what you've asked for.

**Want a more specific timeframe?**

The best way to get an estimated response time is to ask your provider directly. You can do this without leaving Docnote:

1. Log in and navigate to **Requests**.
2. Open the relevant request.
3. Scroll down to the **Office Communication** section.
4. Type your message and send it — your primary care provider will receive an email notification and can reply directly through Docnote.

 ⚠️ **For urgent matters**, contact your primary care provider directly by phone using the number listed on your Docnote dashboard.

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