I went through the exact same thing last year with my maternity disability! Got my first payment and it was like $200 less than expected - I was SO stressed because I had bills due too. Turns out EDD had automatically enrolled me in tax withholding even though I didn't remember selecting it, plus they deducted for some overlap with my last work paycheck. What really helped me was calling my bank (BofA) and asking them to show me the exact deposit details - sometimes they can see more info about deductions than what shows up in your EDD account right away. Also, if you're really tight on rent money, some utility companies and even landlords have started offering payment plans specifically for people dealing with EDD payment issues since it's become so common. The good news is once you get the tax withholding sorted out (which you already did!), your future payments should be much more predictable. Just keep an eye on that overlap issue - if your employer pays you for any days that EDD also covers, that can cause problems down the road.

I had a similar scare a few months ago during my disability leave for wrist surgery! My payment was about $300 short and I immediately thought something was wrong with my claim. After reading through all these responses, I'm so glad I'm not the only one who panicked over this! One thing I learned that might help others - if you're still confused after checking SDI Online, you can also look at your DE 2515 form (the one they mailed when your claim was approved). It usually lists your gross weekly benefit amount, so you can compare that to what you actually received and figure out what got deducted. Also, for anyone dealing with rent stress because of partial payments - I found out that some local assistance programs specifically help with housing costs when people are dealing with disability benefit delays or reductions. Your county's social services department might have emergency rental assistance available. Worth looking into if you're in a tight spot financially while sorting out the EDD payment issues! Hope everyone gets their payment amounts figured out soon. This system really needs better communication about deductions upfront!

Ugh, EDD and their never-ending issues. 🙄 Hang in there, OP. We're all in the same sinking boat.

I had the same issue a few months ago! Turns out my form got lost in the mail. Here's what worked for me: I logged into my EDD online account and found there was actually a digital version of the continued benefits form available under "Forms" section. I was able to submit it electronically and got my payments back on track within a week. Definitely check your online portal first before going through the hassle of calling - might save you a lot of time and frustration!

Hey OP, make sure you change ALL your passwords, especially your email. These hackers often get access to multiple accounts. Enable two-factor authentication wherever you can too!

This is exactly why I always recommend setting up direct deposit from day one instead of using those prepaid cards. They're such easy targets for scammers. Sorry this happened to you OP! Make sure you keep copies of everything - the dispute form, any emails, records of phone calls. The more documentation you have, the better. Also, if you haven't already, check if your bank offers any fraud protection services. Some will reimburse you for losses while disputes are pending. Hope you get your money back soon! 🤞

I'm in almost the exact same boat as you! My pregnancy disability extension has been pending for 3 weeks now after submitting the DE 2593 form. My doctor completed the DE 2525XX back in early June and my payments stopped at the end of May too. Reading through all these responses is both reassuring and frustrating - it sounds like 20-25 business days is the real processing time right now, not the 10 days EDD claims on their website. I've been stressing about bills piling up too, but knowing that everyone eventually got their full backpay once approved gives me some hope. I'm definitely going to try calling at 8:01am tomorrow like Diego suggested. The fact that his forms were just sitting under the wrong claim number for weeks shows how important it is to actually get through to someone. Hopefully both of us will get some movement on our cases soon - we're both right at that 3-week mark where approvals seem to start happening based on what others have shared. Keep us posted when you hear back! This thread has been way more helpful than anything on EDD's actual website.

I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now! My pregnancy disability extension has been pending for almost 3 weeks after submitting the DE 2593 form. My doctor completed the DE 2525XX extension form in early June and my payments stopped at the end of May when my initial claim period ended. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both frustrating and reassuring - it's clear that EDD's website saying "10 business days" is completely outdated. The real processing time seems to be 20-25 business days based on what multiple people have reported recently. I've been stressing about bills too, but knowing that everyone eventually got their full backpay once approved gives me hope. I'm definitely going to try calling at 8:01am tomorrow like Diego suggested - the fact that his forms were just misfiled under the wrong claim number shows how important it is to actually speak with someone. Since you're at 3 weeks now and others have reported getting approved around the 3-4 week mark, hopefully you'll hear something very soon! Please keep us updated when your extension gets approved. This community has been way more helpful than EDD's actual website for understanding what's really happening with processing times. Hang in there - we're all in this together!

Sofia, I'm so sorry you're dealing with this confusion on top of recovering from surgery! I went through the same shock with the waiting period when I had my thyroid surgery last fall. It really is frustrating that they don't make this clearer upfront. The good news is that since you mentioned complications and might need more recovery time, if your doctor extends your disability beyond 14 total days, you'll get that first week paid retroactively. At your appointment tomorrow, be completely honest about your pain levels and energy - don't try to be a hero! I made that mistake initially and it definitely prolonged my recovery. Also, if you do get an extension, make sure to keep checking SDI Online for certification requirements. The system can be glitchy about notifications. Wishing you a smooth recovery and hoping your appointment goes well tomorrow!

I'm really sorry you're going through this, Sofia! The SDI waiting period is one of those "gotcha" policies that catches so many people off guard. I had my gallbladder surgery about 18 months ago and went through the exact same confusion and frustration when I saw that $0 for the first week. It's especially tough when you're already dealing with surgical recovery and medical bills. Since you mentioned complications, please don't feel any pressure to rush back to work before you're truly ready. Gallbladder surgery can be more involved than people realize, and complications can definitely extend the healing process. If your doctor extends your disability beyond the original 14 days at tomorrow's appointment, you'll get that first week paid retroactively - which would be such a relief! Be completely honest about your pain levels, energy, and how you're feeling overall. Your body is telling you what it needs, so listen to it. Recovery isn't a race, and taking the proper time now will help prevent setbacks later. Good luck with your appointment tomorrow, and I hope you get the extension you need to heal properly!