wait do u have to pay taxes on SDI? i remember UI had taxes but cant remember about disability

Based on everything in this thread, here's a summary of what you should do: 1. Call UI immediately (which sounds like you're planning to do) 2. Stop certifying for UI as of the date your disability began 3. Make sure your SDI application correctly shows the start date of your disability 4. Be prepared for a potential gap between your last UI payment and first SDI payment 5. Keep all documentation from both UI and SDI in case there are questions later Your situation is actually quite common, especially after job loss when the stress can trigger or worsen medical conditions. As long as you're proactive about informing both departments, you should be able to transition from UI to SDI without major issues.

make sure u dont make any mistakes on ur part of the application. my roomate put the wrong date and it delayed everything by like 3 weeks!!!

Also important: If your doctor completes a paper form, make sure they include their license number and address clearly. Missing or illegible information is one of the top reasons the EDD contacts medical providers for clarification, which can delay your claim processing by 1-2 weeks.

I finally got through!!! After trying the Claimyr service that someone mentioned above, I was connected to an agent within about 25 minutes. Turns out there WAS an issue with my doctor's certification - they submitted it with my birthdate off by one day so the system couldn't match it to my claim. The agent was able to override it and manually match it to my claim while I was on the phone. She said I should see payment within 3-5 business days. Such a relief! Just wanted to update everyone in case it helps someone else.

when i filed last year i found out if u call exactly at 1:13pm there's some kind of system reset and u can sometimes get through... worked for me after 2 weeks of trying! might be worth a shot

make sure ur doctor fills out the right form. my first claim got delayed cuz my doc used wrong code or something

My sister got denied for unemployment last year but received disability benefits after her surgery. The two programs have different funding sources and requirements. For SDI, your doctor's certification of your medical condition is the most important part. Since you mentioned you'll be off work for 6-8 weeks and your doctor is willing to complete the necessary paperwork, you should definitely apply for SDI benefits right away. Don't wait! The application process is fairly straightforward on the EDD website. Good luck with your recovery!

not sure if this is helpful but my cousin had sorta similar issue and she got her doctor to call EDD directly and explain her medical condition required immediate financial support. apparently some doctors offices have special contacts at EDD for urgent cases. might be worth asking your doctor?

One last piece of advice - if you're facing severe financial hardship because of this delay, ask EDD about their hardship priority processing. You need to specifically use that phrase when speaking with a representative. They don't advertise it, but they do have procedures to expedite benefits in cases of potential eviction, utility shutoffs, or inability to afford necessary medications. You may need to provide documentation of the hardship. Also, once your SDI is approved, they will pay retroactively from your disability start date (when your doctor certified you couldn't work), so you'll eventually receive all funds owed to you.