lol welcome to the club 🎉 EDD: Extremely Disappointing Department

I'm dealing with the exact same issue right now! My payment has been stuck on pending for over a week and it's causing so much stress. I've been reading through all these comments and it sounds like this is unfortunately really common. I'm going to try calling first thing in the morning when they open like someone suggested, and maybe also reach out to my assembly member's office. It's frustrating that we have to jump through so many hoops just to get the support we're entitled to. Hang in there @Aisha Jackson - hopefully we'll both get our payments sorted out soon! 🤞

Thank you so much for this update! This is exactly what I needed to know. I'll contact my doctor right away about the DE 2525XX form. Really appreciate you taking the time to come back and share this information.

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! My doctor submitted an extension but I had already told my employer I'd be back on a specific date. The whole system is so confusing when you're trying to coordinate between EDD, your doctor, and your workplace. One thing I learned from my case worker is that you should always wait until you get the official determination letter from EDD before making any commitments about return dates. Even if your doctor thinks you'll be ready by a certain date, your condition could change or the paperwork could get delayed. It sounds like you're getting good advice here about calling EDD and having your doctor submit that supplementary form. I'd also suggest keeping detailed notes of all your communications with everyone involved - EDD, your doctor's office, even your employer if they're involved. This whole process has taught me that documentation is everything when dealing with disability claims. Good luck getting this sorted out! The system is definitely not user-friendly but it sounds like you're taking all the right steps to fix it.

have u considered looking into FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act) protection? its california's version of ADA but actually has MORE protections. my friend got a lawyer who took her case on contingency when her employer wouldnt accomodate her after disability leave.

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - chronic migraines that have gotten worse over time, and my employer is already making comments about how "difficult" it would be to accommodate my needs. Reading through everyone's responses has been really helpful, especially the advice about documentation and the interactive process. One thing I wanted to add - if you do end up needing to apply for unemployment after being terminated, make sure you're prepared for the work search requirements. Even with accommodations needed, you'll still need to show you're actively looking for work that can accommodate your condition. I'd suggest starting to research employers in your field who are known to be disability-friendly, just in case. Also, has your doctor discussed intermittent FMLA as an option? Sometimes having that protection in place can help bridge the gap while you're working out longer-term accommodations or transitioning between benefits. It's not a perfect solution but it might give you some additional job protection during flare-ups. Best of luck with whatever path you choose. This system definitely isn't designed for people with chronic conditions, but there are ways to navigate it successfully.

make sure your final certifiaction form (the DE 2500A) has the correct return-to-work date and u should be fine. just be prepared to wait a lil longer for that last payment. mine took about 10 days longer than my regular payments.

i had surgery in october and my payment situation was a complete mess. they paid me for some days, not others, then sent an overpayment notice?? took months to sort out. good luck lol

Just went through this last month. My benefits stopped when they scheduled the exam. I didn't get paid again until 8 days after the exam when the doctor's report reached EDD. But I did get backpay for all the missed weeks. Bring EVERYTHING medical to your appointment... every test result, medication list, treatment notes, everything. The more documentation you have, the better your chances of continuing benefits. Also try to call them before your appt to see if they can issue a partial payment due to financial hardship. Sometimes they will sometimes they won't but worth asking.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Got my DE 2546 notice last week and my payments stopped immediately. My appointment isn't until next month and I'm stressed about rent. Reading through everyone's responses here is actually really helpful - at least now I know this is normal procedure and not just something wrong with my case specifically. One thing I learned from calling EDD (took forever to get through) is that you should definitely keep certifying for benefits every two weeks even while your payments are suspended. The rep told me if you don't certify, it can delay your backpay even if the doctor approves you for continued benefits. Just wanted to share that tip in case it helps anyone else dealing with this frustrating situation.