Update: I went to the IME today and it wasn't nearly as bad as I feared! The doctor was actually pretty thorough - spent about 30 minutes with me, reviewed my MRI results, had me do various mobility tests, and asked detailed questions about my pain levels and limitations. He seemed to agree with my regular doctor's assessment and said he'd submit his report to EDD within 48 hours. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!

Glad to hear everything worked out well with your IME! For anyone else facing this situation, it's worth noting that EDD typically schedules these exams when claims extend beyond certain timeframes or when they need additional medical clarification. The 10-week mark you mentioned is pretty common for triggering an IME review. The fact that you were already planning to return to work part-time next month probably worked in your favor too - it shows you're actively working toward recovery rather than trying to extend benefits unnecessarily. Hope your transition back to work goes smoothly!

Just to give you some reassurance - EDD does have specific guidelines for pregnancy disability claims. Standard coverage is 4 weeks before your due date and 6-8 weeks after delivery (8-10 for C-section). Since you mentioned your original certification was through December, and your due date is October 5th, it sounds like your doctor had already certified you for the appropriate postpartum period. When EDD reviews the form with the error, there's a good chance a knowledgeable claims examiner will notice the discrepancy between the October 5th return date and your due date being the same day. However, don't rely on this - still get the corrected form submitted right away.

Update: I called my doctor's office this morning and explained the situation. They're going to fill out a new certification form today with the correct return-to-work date (8 weeks after my due date) and mark it as a correction. They said they'd mail it priority to EDD, and they're giving me a copy too. Now I just need to figure out how to actually reach someone at EDD to make sure they don't cut off my benefits in October. Thanks everyone for your help!

Hey OP, what state are you in? The process can vary a bit depending on location.

I'm going through the same thing right now! One thing that helped me was creating an account on the EDD website if you haven't already - sometimes the status updates there before they send any mail. Also, make sure you have your SDI number handy when you call. I've found that calling around 8:15 AM right after they open gives you the best shot at getting through. The wait is brutal but worth it when you finally talk to someone who can give you real answers. Stay strong! 💪

Welcome to the club, buddy. I filed back in September and still crickets. The system is a joke 🤡

I'm in a similar situation - filed my SDI claim in December and still haven't received any official communication from EDD. It's incredibly frustrating, especially when you're dealing with a disability and need the support. I've been checking my online account regularly and it just shows "pending" status. At this point I'm wondering if I should try some of the suggestions here like calling early in the morning or even visiting an office in person. The uncertainty is almost worse than the waiting itself. Stay strong, we'll get through this eventually! 💪

So just checking back here - did u get ur claim figured out? I'm curious what happened since I might be in similar boat soon with my pregnancy leave ending next month 😬

I'm going through something very similar right now! My pregnancy disability ended last week and I'm dealing with postpartum anxiety. My doctor wants me to file a new claim too. Reading through all these responses is SO helpful - I was totally confused about the dates too. It's reassuring to see that @aa3cde904ab6 got approved so quickly following this advice. I'm definitely going to use my original last day worked and make sure my doctor is super clear about the new diagnosis date. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!