Thank you everyone for the helpful responses! I'm going to try calling them tomorrow morning right when they open. If I can't get through, I might try that Claimyr service since I really need to figure out what's going on. I'll update here if I learn anything useful that might help others in the same situation.

I'm going through something similar right now - filed my claim 2.5 weeks ago for a shoulder injury and still stuck in pending. What's really frustrating is that my employer's HR department said they submitted their portion right away, but there's no way for me to verify that on my end. Has anyone found a way to check if the employer paperwork was actually received? I'm wondering if that could be what's holding up some of these claims.

This thread is so helpful for understanding the SDI payment timeline! I'm currently waiting for my first payment after a back injury and it's reassuring to see real experiences from people who've been through this. The banking differences make a lot of sense - I'm with a local credit union so hopefully I'll see faster processing like Mateo mentioned. It's frustrating that EDD doesn't provide clearer timelines, but at least we have this community to share information. Thanks everyone for being so open about your experiences!

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - had to file SDI for the first time after a wrist fracture and I'm amazed at how confusing the whole process is! Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful. It sounds like most people get their funds within 1-3 days once it shows "issued" which is reassuring. I'm really grateful for communities like this where we can share real information about what to expect. The EDD website really should be clearer about these timelines - when you're already stressed about being unable to work, the uncertainty about payment timing just adds to the anxiety. Thanks to everyone who shared their banking experiences and tips!

That's such great news that you finally got through and got some clarity! The fact that they miscategorized it as standard disability instead of pregnancy disability explains everything - those are totally different systems with different requirements. It's ridiculous that this kind of mix-up is "common" but at least now you know what happened. Definitely still file that appeal like the rep suggested, even if they're trying to fix it administratively. I learned the hard way that EDD's left hand doesn't always know what the right hand is doing, so having the appeal as backup protection is smart. Hope your doctor can get that pregnancy-specific certification submitted quickly and this all gets resolved soon. You shouldn't have to deal with this stress while caring for a newborn!

Congratulations on finally getting through and figuring out what went wrong! The miscategorization between standard disability and pregnancy disability is such a frustrating but apparently common issue. I'm dealing with a similar situation right now where my maternity leave claim got mixed up in their system. Your advice about filing the appeal as backup protection is really smart - I've heard too many stories about EDD's administrative "fixes" getting lost in the shuffle. Better to have that formal appeal on record just in case. Thanks for updating us on your progress! It gives me hope that persistence really does pay off with EDD, even though it shouldn't be this hard. Hope everything gets resolved quickly so you can enjoy your time with your new baby without this stress!

I'm dealing with almost the exact same situation! Filed my SDI claim 6 weeks ago for a chronic condition flare-up and it's been stuck on "pending processing" this whole time. It's so frustrating because you're already dealing with health issues and the stress of not being able to work, and then EDD just leaves you hanging with zero communication. Reading through all these comments has been both helpful and depressing - helpful because I'm getting some actual strategies to try (definitely going to start the 8 AM calling routine tomorrow!), but depressing because it's clear this is just how EDD operates rather than isolated incidents. The lack of transparency is what kills me. Like, just tell us if there's a problem or if it's normal processing time! Instead we're all left here guessing and sharing tips like we're trying to crack some secret code. I'm going to try calling early, asking about "pending actions" and "case escalation" if I can get through, and maybe see if my doctor can call their special line. At this point I'll try anything! Thanks for posting this OP - it really helps knowing we're not alone in this nightmare. Congrats on your baby! 🍼 Hopefully all of us sharing our experiences will help everyone get through this broken system faster. Please keep us updated!

I'm dealing with a very similar situation - filed my SDI claim about 3 weeks ago for a herniated disc and it's also stuck on "pending processing" with absolutely no communication from EDD. It's incredibly frustrating when you're already struggling with pain and unable to work, and then you have to stress about when you'll actually get the financial support you need. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both eye-opening and infuriating - it's clear this is just standard operating procedure for EDD rather than isolated cases. The complete lack of transparency is what gets me the most. We're paying into this system, but when we need it, they treat us like we're invisible. I'm definitely going to try the 8 AM calling strategy that everyone's mentioned - seems like that's our best shot at actually reaching a human. Also planning to ask my doctor about calling their special provider line since that sounds promising. The "case escalation" and "pending actions" phrases are golden tips too - thank you to everyone sharing these strategies! Thanks for posting this OP and creating this space for all of us to share our experiences. Congrats on your new baby! 🎉 It's awful that you have to deal with this stress while caring for a newborn. We're all rooting for each other here - please keep us updated if you make any progress!

Welcome to the community and congratulations on both your new baby and getting this resolved! As a newcomer here, I've been following your story and it's such a relief to see a positive outcome. Your experience really demonstrates how valuable this community is - from the initial diagnosis that it was likely an SDI/PFL mix-up to the practical solutions like specific call times and the Claimyr service. What's particularly helpful for future readers is how you documented everything throughout the process. Getting the EDD rep's name, confirmation number, and expected timeline shows exactly the right approach when dealing with these phone resolutions. Your decision to still file the written appeal as backup was smart too - it protects your rights even when the phone fix seems to work. I'm expecting my first baby later this year and posts like yours are invaluable for understanding what to prepare for. The fact that this type of administrative error happens "frequently" (according to your EDD rep) is both frustrating and good to know. It makes me want to be extra vigilant about confirming my claim type when I file. Thank you for taking the time to update everyone with your resolution, especially while you're caring for a newborn! Stories like yours give the rest of us confidence that even when EDD's system seems completely broken, the right combination of persistence and strategy can get things back on track. Enjoy this precious time with your little one!

Welcome to the community! As a new member, I've been reading through EDD disability posts to prepare myself for potential future claims, and your story is incredibly valuable. What strikes me most is how a seemingly impossible bureaucratic nightmare got resolved so quickly once you reached the right person - it really shows the power of persistence and trying multiple approaches. The fact that this SDI/PFL mix-up happens "frequently" according to the EDD rep is both helpful to know and deeply frustrating. It seems like such a basic administrative error that could easily be prevented with better system design or clearer application processes. But I'm so glad the community here was able to quickly identify what was likely happening and provide actionable solutions. Your documentation approach throughout this process was excellent - getting the rep's name, confirmation number, and timeline for when changes should appear in your portal. That level of detail could be crucial if any issues resurface, and it's great advice for others facing similar situations. Thank you for taking the time to update everyone with your resolution, especially while caring for a newborn! Success stories like yours give newcomers like me confidence that even when EDD's system seems completely broken, the right strategies and community support can get things back on track. Congratulations on your baby and getting your benefits sorted out!