Thank you everyone for the helpful info! I've successfully set up direct deposit in my account. My disability started on June 2nd, so it sounds like I've already served the waiting period and should see payment soon. Fingers crossed it comes through this week!

Just went through this exact situation last month! The waiting period definitely applies regardless of how long your claim processing took - it's based on your actual disability start date. Since you mentioned your disability started on June 2nd, you've already completed the waiting period. One thing I learned the hard way: even after setting up direct deposit, sometimes the first payment still goes to the card if it was already in processing. But don't panic if that happens - you can instantly transfer from the card to your bank account through the Money Network app (despite all the complaints about it, the transfer feature actually works pretty well). After that first payment, everything should go straight to your bank account. Hope you see that payment soon! The financial stress while waiting is honestly the worst part of the whole process.

Wait everyone is giving wrong info here. PFL and SDI are NOT the same program technically. PFL is administered by EDD but its technically part of the family leave program not disability. So ya its normal to get seperate forms. Just file with what u have for now and amend later if the other form shows up. Thats what my tax guy told me.

OP, I wanted to follow up - did you check if your name or SSN might have been entered differently for the two claims? I've seen cases where this happened when someone filed claims at different times of the year or used a slightly different format for their name (like including a middle initial on one form but not the other). In those cases, EDD sometimes generates separate 1098Gs because their system treats them as different individuals.

Update: I finally got my doctor's office to submit Part B yesterday! The medical records coordinator told me that while the 49-day deadline is technically true, insurance companies and EDD prefer to receive it within 30 days of the disability start date. She expedited mine when I explained my financial situation. Now fingers crossed it processes quickly! Thanks for all the advice everyone.

Maya, glad you got your doctor to submit Part B! Just want to add for others who might be reading this - if your doctor's office is being slow, you can also ask them to fax the form directly to EDD at (916) 464-3291. I've found that faxing is often faster than their electronic submission system, especially for smaller medical offices that don't use SDI Online regularly. Also, always ask for a fax confirmation receipt so you have proof it was sent in case there are any issues later. Hope your claim processes smoothly!

Here's a detailed breakdown of what you can try: 1. Double-check your card details: Make sure the number, expiration date, and CVV are all correct. 2. Contact your bank: There might be a hold or restriction on your card. 3. Try a different payment method: If possible, use another card or PayPal. 4. Clear browser data: As someone mentioned, clear your cache and cookies. 5. Use a different device: Try making the payment from a different computer or your phone. 6. Check for system issues: Sometimes the EDD payment system itself has glitches. Check their Twitter or website for any announced issues. 7. Wait and try again: If all else fails, wait a few hours and attempt the payment again. If none of these work, you might need to contact EDD directly. Good luck!

I had this exact same issue a few weeks ago! Turned out my bank had flagged the EDD payment as potentially fraudulent because it was an unusual merchant category for my spending pattern. They put a temporary hold on online government payments without even notifying me. Once I called and confirmed it was legitimate, they lifted the restriction and the payment went through immediately. Definitely start with your bank - they can see exactly why the transaction is being declined on their end.

i just went thru this EXACT same thing and what fixed it was my doctor sending in a new updated medical form (DE 2501) even tho my condition hadnt changed. they told me over the phone permanant status only lasts for 12 months in their stupid system then u need new paperwork. the whole thing is set up to make us fail!!!!

I'm dealing with a similar situation and wanted to share what I learned from calling EDD directly about this. They told me that for permanent disability cases, you should always fill in your doctor's information on the DE 2593 even if your last visit was months ago. The key is that your doctor needs to remain your "treating physician of record" even if you're not actively being treated. What I do now is put my doctor's name, their contact info, and the date of my last actual appointment (even if it's old). In the comments section, I write something like "Permanent condition - no active treatment required per physician." This has worked for me for the past 6 months without any issues. The EDD rep also mentioned that as long as your original paperwork clearly states the condition is permanent/chronic, they're not expecting frequent doctor visits. But having that doctor relationship documented is still required for their system. Hope this helps!