This whole thread has been so educational! As someone who's been navigating the EDD system myself, I wanted to add that it's also worth noting that even if your initial application gets denied, you have appeal rights. I've seen cases where people were initially denied because of confusion about employment status vs. disability onset dates, but won their appeals with proper documentation. The appeal process can take time, but it's definitely worth pursuing if you believe you qualify. Make sure to keep copies of everything you submit and document all your interactions with EDD. And definitely don't let one denial discourage you - sometimes it takes persistence to get through their system, especially with more complex timeline situations like many of you are describing. @Evelyn Xu's success story really shows that it IS possible to get approved even when unemployed, as long as the medical condition predates the job loss. Great job coming back to share your positive outcome!

Reading through this entire thread has been incredibly insightful! As someone who works in workers' compensation advocacy, I see cases like this regularly and wanted to emphasize a few key points that might help others: 1. **Medical onset date is crucial** - Your doctor's certification must clearly establish when your condition began, not just when you finally decided to seek treatment or file for benefits. 2. **Base period wages matter** - Even if you're currently unemployed, SDI benefits are calculated based on your earnings during the base period (typically 5-18 months prior), so gather those wage records. 3. **Don't wait** - The longer you delay filing after your condition prevents you from working, the more complicated it becomes to establish the connection between your disability and your work history. @Evelyn Xu's case is a perfect example of how proper documentation and timing can lead to approval even in complex situations. The fact that she had medical treatment records from January while still employed made all the difference. For anyone facing similar situations, consider consulting with a disability advocate or attorney if your case gets denied. Sometimes having professional help navigate the appeals process can make the difference between getting benefits or not.

Hi! I'm new to this community and just wanted to add my experience to this incredibly helpful thread. I submitted my SDI application two weeks ago and made a similar mistake - I spelled my doctor's name as "Dr. Robertson" instead of "Dr. Robinson" (swapped the 'e' and 'i'). I've been so worried about it potentially delaying my claim since I'm out of work after gallbladder surgery and really need these benefits to cover my expenses. Reading through everyone's stories here has been such a huge relief! It's amazing to see how common these spelling errors are and how the EDD system seems designed to handle them as long as the license number is correct (which thankfully mine is). This community is incredible - seeing so many real experiences from people who went through the exact same anxiety and came out fine really helps put things in perspective. Thank you all for sharing your stories and creating such a supportive space for newcomers like me who are navigating this process for the first time!

Hi! I'm new to this community and just wanted to say how incredibly helpful this entire thread has been. I recently submitted my SDI application and made a similar spelling error with my doctor's name - I wrote "Dr. Anderson" instead of "Dr. Andersen" (missed the 'e'). I've been so anxious about it potentially affecting my claim processing, especially since I'm recovering from hernia surgery and really depend on these benefits. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been such a huge relief! It's reassuring to see that these spelling mistakes are incredibly common and that the EDD system primarily relies on license numbers for verification. The fact that so many people have shared their positive outcomes despite similar errors really helps ease the anxiety of navigating this process for the first time. Thank you all for creating such a supportive and informative community - it means so much to newcomers like me who are dealing with the stress of being out of work and worried about every detail of their claim!

I'm so glad I found this thread! I'm currently dealing with a very similar situation and everyone's advice has been incredibly helpful. I've been on SDI since mid-February for a chronic autoimmune condition, and while I was planning to return to work next week, reading about everyone's experiences with rushing back too soon is making me reconsider. The financial pressure is absolutely crushing - I'm already two months behind on rent and my savings are completely depleted. But it sounds like going back before I'm truly ready could end up costing me even more time and stress if I have to go through the supplemental claim process. For those who have successfully extended their original claims rather than returning and filing supplemental claims - how did that conversation go with your doctor? I'm worried mine will think I'm just trying to milk the system, especially since I've been on disability longer than originally estimated. Any advice on how to approach that discussion would be really appreciated. Thank you all for being so open about your experiences. It's reassuring to know there are people who understand the impossible choice between health and financial survival.

I'm going through this exact situation right now and this thread has been a lifesaver! I was approved for SDI in February, went back to work after 3 weeks because I was desperate for money, and now 5 weeks later I'm barely hanging on. My anxiety and depression have gotten so much worse since forcing myself back to work too early. Reading about the DE 2525XX form and the 60-day rule gives me so much hope that I don't have to start completely over. I had no idea there was a difference between supplemental claims and new claims! One thing I want to add that might help others - I called my doctor's office yesterday to ask about this and the nurse told me they deal with these supplemental certifications pretty regularly. She said they actually prefer when patients are honest about needing more time rather than trying to tough it out and ending up worse. So don't feel guilty about asking for the form! Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences so openly. It means everything to know I'm not alone in this impossible situation of choosing between health and paying bills.

I'm a military spouse currently going through this exact same process! My husband just got orders to Fort Bragg (now Fort Liberty) and I've been on SDI since December for complications from a hysterectomy. Reading through all these experiences has been incredibly reassuring! I actually called EDD last week using the 2-week timeline that everyone recommends, and the representative was fantastic. She immediately understood the military situation and confirmed that benefits absolutely continue since I qualified while working in California. She even noted in my file that it's a PCS move to prevent any confusion. One thing I wanted to add that might help - I asked about what happens if there are any delays in mail during the move, and she said as long as you maintain direct deposit and keep your phone number active, you should be fine. They can reach you by phone if needed for any certifications or questions. Also, since we're both headed to the same base, I'd be happy to connect once we're both there! It would be great to have someone who understands the SDI process in the area. The Fort Liberty spouse groups have been really welcoming already. Wishing you a smooth recovery and an easy PCS! The stress of wondering is definitely worse than the actual process based on everyone's experiences here.

I'm also a military spouse who went through this exact situation! We PCS'd from California to North Carolina in 2022 while I was on SDI for a back injury, and I can confirm your benefits will absolutely continue since you qualified while working in CA. The process was much smoother than I expected. Here's what worked for me: - Called EDD about 2 weeks before our move and mentioned it was military PCS orders (they were very helpful once I explained the situation) - My doctor continued certifications via telehealth without any issues - Updated my address through SDI Online immediately after arriving - Never had any interruption in payments One thing I'd add - make sure to save digital copies of all your important SDI documents before the move, just in case anything gets delayed with the movers. Also, if you're going to Fort Liberty, the medical facilities there are excellent and very familiar with helping military families transition benefits between states. You're being so smart by planning ahead! The anticipation is always worse than the actual process. Focus on your recovery and don't let this add stress to an already big transition. Thank you for your family's service! 💙

I'm new to this community but unfortunately dealing with the same issue! My payment has been "authorized" for 3 days now and I'm getting really anxious about it. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been super helpful though - it's both frustrating and reassuring to see how common this problem is. I had no idea there could be so many different reasons for the delay between authorization and actual deposit. From what I'm gathering, it could be bank processing times, EDD system delays, verification holds, or even incorrect banking info. I'm going to follow the advice I've seen here and start by checking my bank's online portal for pending deposits, then verify my banking details in the EDD system are correct. If that doesn't work, I'll brace myself for calling both my bank and EDD (ugh, those wait times!). Thanks to everyone who's shared their experiences and tips - it really helps to have a game plan when dealing with this stressful situation. Fingers crossed we all get our payments soon!

I'm new to this community and unfortunately experiencing the same frustrating issue! My SDI payment has been showing "authorized" for 5 days now with no deposit, and I was starting to panic that something was seriously wrong. Reading through all these comments has been incredibly eye-opening - I had no idea this was such a widespread problem with the EDD system. What really stands out to me from everyone's experiences is how many different factors can cause these delays - bank processing times, EDD system issues, verification holds, incorrect banking info, weekends/holidays, etc. It's honestly overwhelming but also helpful to understand all the possibilities. I'm going to follow the systematic approach that several people have mentioned: first check my bank's online portal for any pending deposits, then verify my banking information is correct in the EDD system, and finally prepare myself for the dreaded phone calls to both my bank and EDD if needed. I'll also start documenting everything like some of you suggested. Thank you to everyone who's shared their experiences and advice here - it really helps to feel like we're not alone in dealing with this broken system. Here's hoping we all get our payments resolved soon!