I'm telling you, the trick is to call at exactly 8:01 am. Not 8:00, not 8:02. 8:01 on the dot. It's like playing the unemployment lottery 🎰

I went through something similar last year - it's absolutely maddening! One thing that helped me was checking if there were any "stop payment" indicators on my account. Sometimes there are hidden flags that prevent payments even when everything looks approved. Also, try logging into your UI Online account at different times of day - I noticed some info only showed up during off-peak hours when their system wasn't overloaded. The waiting game is brutal, but don't give up! 💪

Just wanted to add my experience - I went through this exact situation last month! Yes, you'll get paid right up to your last day of disability (September 28th in your case). The key thing is making sure you submit that final certification correctly and don't accidentally certify for any days after you return to work. One thing that helped me was setting a reminder to check my EDD account a few days after submitting my final certification to make sure the payment processed correctly. Sometimes there can be delays with partial payments, and it's better to catch any issues early rather than waiting weeks to find out something went wrong. Also, since you mentioned budgeting - your final payment might arrive a day or two later than your usual payment schedule since partial certifications sometimes take a bit longer to process. Just something to keep in mind for your planning! Good luck with your return to work tomorrow!

Hey Javier! I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago when I returned from my disability leave. You'll definitely get paid through September 28th (the day before your return date). The system is designed to pay you for every day you're certified as disabled, right up until you go back to work. A couple of things that might help with your budgeting: - Your final payment will be prorated based on how many days you're claiming in that final certification period - The payment might take 1-2 extra days to process since it's a partial certification - Make absolutely sure you DON'T certify for September 29th or any days after - that would create an overpayment situation I'd also recommend taking screenshots of your final certification submission and keeping records of your doctor's return-to-work date documentation, just in case there are any questions later. The transition back to work is stressful enough without worrying about benefit payments! Congratulations on your recovery and return to work tomorrow! 🎉

Good news - I just checked the EDD website and they're reporting a system update that was completed Monday night. This sometimes causes a 24-hour delay in payment processing to the Bank of America system. Your payment should appear by tomorrow morning based on their current notice. This happens about once every quarter when they update their systems.

I've been dealing with similar delays lately and found that logging into the Bank of America EDD website (not just checking the card balance) sometimes shows pending deposits that aren't visible through other methods. You can see if your payment is in "pending" status there, which would confirm it's on its way. Also, if you're really in a bind with rent, some landlords will accept a screenshot of the "paid" status from the EDD portal as proof that payment is coming - might be worth asking yours if that would buy you a couple extra days while the system catches up.

Just wanted to jump in and share my experience as someone who finally broke through the EDD phone fortress after 6 weeks of trying! 🎉 The key for me was combining several strategies I picked up from forums like this one. I used the rapid-fire menu navigation (1-1-2 as fast as possible), called at exactly 8:02 AM (not 8:00 or 8:01 when everyone else calls), and had all my documents ready to go. When I finally got a human, I was super polite and patient - turns out the rep had been dealing with angry callers all morning and really appreciated someone being kind. She went above and beyond to help me sort out my claim status. The whole ordeal is absolutely ridiculous and shouldn't require this level of strategic planning, but don't lose hope! Document every call attempt, try different times, and remember that the reps are human too. This community's tips and support have been invaluable - we're all just trying to get the help we deserve. Keep fighting the good fight, everyone! 💪

New member here! 👋 Just found this thread after spending the last two weeks in EDD phone hell myself. It's honestly both comforting and depressing to see I'm not alone in this struggle. I've been calling every day, multiple times a day, and getting that dreaded "due to high call volumes" message followed by an immediate hang-up. It's beyond frustrating when you're dealing with a time-sensitive claim issue and can't reach anyone for help. Reading through everyone's strategies here - the comma method, specific timing windows, the tier 2 specialist tip - gives me some hope that there might actually be ways to crack this system. I'm definitely going to try calling at 8:02 AM tomorrow with all my documents ready. It's ridiculous that we have to become phone ninjas just to access basic services, but I appreciate this community sharing their hard-won knowledge. At least we're all in this together! 🤝

Just wanted to add that when I made the switch last year, I learned that you can actually expedite the process if you have a terminal illness or urgent medical situation. There's a special expedited review process available. Also, make sure to keep detailed records of all your calls and correspondence - dates, times, who you spoke with, and what was discussed. This helped me immensely when I had to follow up on my case. The whole system is frustrating, but persistence really does pay off. Hang in there!

Hey @Aidan Hudson, I went through this exact transition about 6 months ago and I totally understand how overwhelming it feels. One thing that really helped me was creating a checklist to stay organized throughout the process. Here's what I wish someone had told me upfront: Make copies of EVERYTHING before you submit - seriously, the EDD has a habit of losing documents. Also, when you're gathering your medical records, don't just get the recent stuff. Get everything related to your condition going back at least a year if possible. The more documentation you have, the stronger your case. One more tip - if your doctor is slow with paperwork (like mine was), consider offering to pick up the completed forms in person rather than waiting for them to mail it. That saved me about a week in the process. The income gap is real and scary, but you'll get through it. Start reaching out to local food banks or assistance programs now if you think you'll need them. There's no shame in getting help while you're waiting for the system to work. You've got this! Keep us updated on how things go. This community has your back! 💙