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Android: Bypass Do Not Disturb

Ensure critical medical calls reach you even when your Android device is in Do Not Disturb mode.

Method 1: Priority contacts (recommended)

Star your practice's phone number so Android always lets its calls through. Starred contacts are permanently recognized by Do Not Disturb, making this the most reliable method.

  1. Open the Contacts app.
  2. Find your practice's contact, or add the number if it isn't saved yet.
  3. Tap the contact, then tap Edit (the pencil icon).
  4. Tap the star icon to mark the contact as a favorite.
  5. Go to Settings → Sound → Do Not Disturb.
  6. Enable "Allow calls from starred contacts".

Method 2: Allow repeat callers

Lets through a second call from the same number within 15 minutes. Because it requires two calls, use this as a backup to Method 1 rather than on its own.

  1. Go to Settings → Sound → Do Not Disturb.
  2. Toggle on "Allow repeat callers".

Additional tips

  • Keep ringer volume at maximum — it is separate from media volume on Android.
  • Samsung: check "Exceptions" in Do Not Disturb settings.
  • OnePlus: look for "Priority notifications" in Zen Mode.
  • Xiaomi: configure "VIP contacts" in MIUI's DND settings.
  • Google Pixel: use the standard Android settings above.

Testing your setup

  1. Enable Do Not Disturb on your device.
  2. Ask a colleague to call from your practice number.
  3. Verify the call comes through despite DND being active.
  4. Test both methods if you use both.