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I need to speak to a live representative to obtain prior authorization for a client for MH IOP services. I have gone through the system repeatedly and have been told I need to talk to a representative, but when the automated system transfers me, there is a message that says "due to unforeseen circumstances, we cannot answer your call right now".
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