Can businesses catch govitis or is there a private sector equivalent?

[HoosierDaddy]

My father passed away and I needed numerous death certificates to handle the estate. The mortuary told me they could provide them but if I was in hurry it would be faster to go directly to the govt after a week or so because funeral home certificates are processed by the govt in batches.

I waited and when researching the closest office, I see they ceased walk-ins because of Covid. The only way for anyone but mortuaries to get a death certificate is online thru a private company.

The mortuary will provide them at $20 each which is what the govt charged for walk-ins pre-Covid. This company tacks on numerous mandatory fees more than doubling that. And they require you to select a single description of what you will use them for because there are several flavors of death certificates. My needs include at least 4 of the choices. Then for a cherry on top, you have to check a box saying you understand that you will have to prove you have a legal right to the death certificate. And you have to make a non refundable payment before finding out what that entails or how long that might take. And they have discontinued all phone support.

So back to the mortuary for a week longer wait than if I went with them at the start.

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[Strokerswild]

Sorry about your father.

I ran into similar nonsense when my son passed away last February. Covid made everything even more of a clusterf*ck than normal, which would have still been significant. It took forever, and it makes no sense why.

Bureaucracy at its finest.

 

[shogun32]

Bureaucracy at its finest.

cartels/artificial monopolies at their finest. Just imagine what gov't run healthcare will look like when there is no more private sector. I close my eyes and bask in the calm satisfaction.

 

[Questortapes74]

Sorry to hear about your loss. As others have stated that this pandemic has added to the bureaucratic nightmare that already exists in the US. I hope you are well during this time of grief. All the best sir.

 

[Nuryalom]

Even though this thread is from two years ago, the challenges you faced in obtaining death certificates are still relevant and can be frustrating. Dealing with such administrative tasks during a difficult time can be stressful.
It's unfortunate that you had to navigate additional fees and complexities through a private company. In situations like this, it's always valuable to explore different options and make the best choice for your needs.
If you or your family ever find yourselves in a similar situation in the future, it's worth considering eco-conscious crematory services. Their environmentally friendly approach to end-of-life services can be a thoughtful choice for those seeking more sustainable options.

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