I'm dealing with a very similar situation and this thread has been incredibly reassuring! I had ankle surgery in January and now need to have my appendix removed next month. Reading everyone's experiences has really helped me understand what to expect. One thing I wanted to add that might be helpful - when I went back to work after my ankle surgery, I made sure to get a "return to work" note from my doctor that specifically stated I was cleared for "full duty without restrictions." My HR department required this, and I'm thinking it might help show EDD that there was a clear break between my disabilities when I file my second claim. Also, for anyone worried about the financial impact like the original poster - I discovered that some credit unions offer short-term emergency loans specifically for people on disability. The rates are usually much better than credit cards if you need to bridge any gaps in income. My credit union had a "medical emergency loan" program I didn't even know existed. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it's so helpful to hear from people who actually went through this rather than trying to interpret the confusing EDD guidelines!

I'm new to this community but unfortunately dealing with a very similar situation right now. I had hip replacement surgery in February and just scheduled carpal tunnel surgery for next month. Reading through all of these responses has been incredibly helpful and reassuring! One thing I wanted to add from my recent experience - when I went for my pre-op appointment for the carpal tunnel surgery, I brought a copy of all my SDI paperwork from my hip surgery. My surgeon's office said this was really helpful because they could see exactly how the previous claim was documented and make sure the new paperwork was consistent. They also made sure to note very clearly that the carpal tunnel is "completely unrelated to and separate from the previous hip replacement surgery." I'm planning to follow everyone's advice here about calling EDD after I file the second claim to confirm it's being processed as a separate claim rather than some kind of continuation. It sounds like that's a key step to avoid any potential issues. Thank you so much to everyone who shared their real-world experiences with multiple SDI claims - this thread has been way more helpful than trying to navigate the EDD website on my own! It's such a relief to hear from people who actually went through this exact situation and had their benefits calculated the same way for both claims.

I'm dealing with something similar right now and it's so frustrating! My provider keeps saying they can't locate my form in their system even though I have the confirmation email. Reading through these responses, I think I'm going to try a combination approach - first check if there's a digit issue with my receipt number like Madison mentioned, then maybe try that calling service Sean suggested if the provider visit doesn't work out. Has anyone had success getting EDD to regenerate a receipt number if the original one is corrupted somehow?

Just wanted to add another potential solution that worked for me recently - try having your provider clear their browser cache and cookies before attempting to access the upload portal again. I had this exact same issue where my provider couldn't find my receipt number, and it turned out their browser was holding onto old session data that was interfering with the lookup. After they cleared everything and logged back in, my receipt number showed up immediately and they were able to upload my records without any issues. It's such a simple thing but apparently these government portals are really finicky about browser data. Worth a shot before going through all the more complicated troubleshooting steps!

Great to see this worked out for you! For anyone else facing this situation, here are a few additional tips that might help: 1. Keep screenshots of your payment approval notices - they can be useful when talking to landlords or creditors about delays 2. Once you get your new SDI card, consider setting up direct deposit through your online EDD account to avoid future card delays 3. The Money Network mobile app lets you check your balance and transaction history once your card is active 4. If you're transitioning between benefit types again in the future, call EDD proactively to ask about new card timing before your current benefits end The system definitely isn't user-friendly, but knowing what to expect can save a lot of stress. Glad Claimyr worked for getting through to a real person - that seems to be half the battle with EDD these days!

I went through this exact same transition nightmare about 6 months ago! What really helped me was calling my bank and explaining the EDD payment delay situation - they actually gave me a small emergency loan against my expected benefits to cover immediate expenses. Many credit unions are familiar with EDD delays and have programs for this. Also, once you get your new SDI card, definitely set up text alerts through Money Network so you'll know immediately when payments hit. The whole separate card system is so poorly explained by EDD - I had to learn all this the hard way too. Hang in there, the payments do come through once you get the right card!

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed my SDI claim about 6 weeks ago and it's been radio silence ever since. The uncertainty is the worst part - like, I need to know if I should be looking for other options or just keep waiting. I've tried calling but gave up after being on hold for 2+ hours multiple times. Really hoping some of these tips from everyone help speed things up. It's frustrating that we have to jump through so many hoops when we're already dealing with health issues.

I'm so sorry you're going through this - the waiting and uncertainty is truly the worst part when you're already dealing with health issues. I'm relatively new to this community but have been following along and learning so much from everyone's experiences. From what I've gathered, it seems like the system is just completely overwhelmed right now, which doesn't make it any less frustrating for those of us stuck in limbo. A few things that stood out to me from reading through all the advice here: calling right when they open (around 8am, especially on Tuesdays), checking the online portal regularly since sometimes updates appear there first, and keeping detailed records of all your attempts to contact them. I also hadn't considered reaching out to my local representative's office before seeing it mentioned here - apparently they can sometimes help expedite cases. The fact that we have to become experts in navigating bureaucracy when we should be focusing on our health is really disheartening, but it sounds like persistence and using multiple approaches is key. Hang in there - from all the stories I've read, it seems like things do eventually move forward, even if the timeline is way longer than it should be. We're all rooting for each other here! 💙

To answer your specific question: No, your SDI benefits won't automatically continue until November 2025. The benefit period is either until you reach the maximum benefit amount OR 52 weeks, whichever comes first. Based on your weekly benefit amount of $1,300, your benefits will last approximately 20 weeks (about 5 months) if you continue certifying and remain disabled according to your doctor. If your recovery extends beyond that period, you should talk to your doctor about whether you might qualify for SSDI. The documentation from your SDI claim can be helpful for an SSDI application, but they're separate programs with different eligibility requirements. SSDI is generally for longer-term disabilities.

I'm in a similar situation with a work injury and just wanted to add - make sure you're also documenting everything for potential workers' compensation if your back injury was work-related! Even if you're getting SDI now, you might be entitled to additional benefits through workers' comp that could help bridge the gap when your SDI runs out. The timing can be tricky since workers' comp and SDI sometimes overlap, but it's worth exploring. Also, if you haven't already, consider asking your doctor about vocational rehabilitation services - sometimes they can help with modified work arrangements that might allow you to return to some income before you're 100% recovered.