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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 totally agree! This community has been such a lifesaver for navigating the SDI process. When I was going through my first claim, I felt completely in the dark about everything. The official EDD resources are so vague, but hearing real experiences from people like you all makes such a difference. @AstroAce, I hope your back injury heals well and that your payment comes through quickly with your credit union! It's amazing how much we can help each other just by sharing what we've learned along the way.
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!
Update: I spoke with my doctor's office and they submitted the supplemental certification form yesterday. The office staff said they do these all the time and it should process within 7-10 days. I'll update again once I see changes in my EDD account. Thanks for all the advice!
Great to hear you're recovering faster than expected! Just wanted to add that when you do return to work, make sure to report your first day back immediately through your EDD online account or by calling. Even with the updated medical certification, you'll still need to confirm your actual return date to officially close out the claim. Also keep all documentation from your doctor's office - if there are any processing delays or issues, having that paper trail will save you headaches later.
This is really helpful advice! I had no idea you needed to report the actual return date separately even after updating the medical certification. Question - do you know if there's a specific timeframe for reporting your first day back? Like do you have to do it the same day you return or can you wait a few days? Just want to make sure I don't mess anything up when the time comes.
So glad to hear your payment came through @Dmitry! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - doctor submitted updated medical info for my knee surgery recovery on Tuesday and still waiting. This thread has been incredibly helpful in managing my expectations. It's frustrating that EDD doesn't communicate these processing delays clearly, but at least we have this community to share real experiences. The 3-5 business day timeline for medical updates seems to be the new normal unfortunately.
Hey Leo! Tuesday to now would put you at about 3 business days, so you're right in that expected timeframe. Knee surgery recovery claims usually go pretty smoothly once they get the updated info processed. Have you checked your SDI inbox for any messages? Sometimes they send updates there before the payment actually hits. Fingers crossed yours comes through tomorrow!
@Leo I'm in a similar boat with my workers comp to SDI transition - submitted new medical certification on Wednesday and still waiting. It's reassuring to see others experiencing the same delays and that payments do eventually come through. The uncertainty is definitely the hardest part, especially when you're counting on that money for bills. Hope both of us see our payments hit soon!
This whole thread has been so helpful to read through! I'm currently waiting on a payment after my doctor submitted updated info for my anxiety/depression claim on Wednesday, so seeing everyone's timelines gives me hope. The 3-5 business day window seems consistent across different types of claims. One thing I learned from calling EDD last week (took 2 hours on hold) is that they prioritize processing based on how close you are to running out of benefits. So if you're early in your claim period, you might wait the full 5 days, but if you're near the end of your benefit period, they expedite it. Just wanted to share that info in case it helps anyone else manage their expectations!
That's really valuable information about the prioritization system! I had no idea they expedite processing based on benefit period timing. That actually explains why some people get payments faster than others even with the same type of claim. Thanks for sharing what you learned from that long hold time - those insights from actual EDD staff are gold. Hope your anxiety/depression claim payment comes through soon. Mental health claims can be especially stressful when you're already dealing with the condition itself.
Wow, that prioritization system explains so much! I was wondering why my friend got her payment in 2 days while mine took 4 - she was on week 10 of her claim while I was only on week 3. Mental health claims can definitely be extra challenging when you're already stressed about finances on top of managing your condition. Have you found the EDD portal shows any status updates before the actual payment hits, or does it just appear without warning?
I had the exact same E324 error last month! What finally worked for me was logging out of both EDD and ID.me completely, then restarting the whole process from scratch. Also make sure you're not using any browser extensions that might interfere. The incognito window trick that Juan mentioned is solid advice too. Don't give up - it took me 4 tries but I finally got through!
Dmitry Ivanov
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Ava Garcia
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Miguel Silva
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Zainab Ismail
•Instructions unclear, goat ate my claim paperwork. Now what? 😂
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Miguel Silva
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