<prompt> Human: Every year, my employee required employees in domestic partnerships to submit a signed affidavit from both partners stating they are still together living in the same address. I submit this paperwork every year around September during open enrollment for the following year. I received a letter in June stating she would be dropped from my coverage because they did not receive it. They cover a domestic partner until June even if the paperwork is or is not submitted. I resubmitted the form and they will continue coverage for her but not without a 2 week gap during the end of June. She saw an OB-GYN for a routine prenatal checkup during this time when she was not covered. I already pleaded my case with the benefits personnel analyst but she said to write a letter to the benefits commission stating I submitted the paperwork during the open enrollment period, which I did. Now just waiting to hear back. What are my options? The doctor visit costs approx. 500 including blood work. In the future I will definitely send it registered mail and follow up via email that they received it.  <response>: Keep appealing. Do you have proof of the paperwork submission? The fax cover sheet showing confirmation, an email timestamp, anything?Contact HR and let them know how stressful the situation is for you. 