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I'm dealing with a similar extension delay right now - it's been 2.5 weeks since my doctor submitted my extension paperwork and no payments. Reading everyone's experiences here is both helpful and frustrating because it seems like this is just how EDD operates unfortunately. The assembly member suggestion from @Lola Perez sounds really promising - I had no idea that was even an option! I'm also going to try that extension-specific number that @Ethan Scott mentioned, even though there seems to be some debate about whether it's actually different. @Nora Brooks I really feel for you having bills due - this system is so broken when people who are already dealing with health issues have to stress about basic survival because of bureaucratic delays. Hang in there and definitely try multiple approaches at once!
@Isabella Costa Thank you so much for the solidarity and suggestions! It really does help to know others are going through this too, even though I hate that any of us have to deal with it. I m'planning to call my assembly member first thing tomorrow and also try that early morning calling strategy. The fact that so many people eventually got their back pay gives me some hope, even though the waiting is absolutely brutal. I ll'definitely update everyone here on what works or (doesn t'work -) hopefully we can help each other navigate this mess. The stress of worrying about rent while dealing with a health condition is just overwhelming, but reading all these responses has given me some concrete steps to try. Fingers crossed for all of us dealing with these delays!
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this nightmare, @Nora Brooks! I went through something very similar about 8 months ago with my disability extension. After 3 weeks of no payments and endless failed phone calls, I finally got through using a combination of strategies that others have mentioned here. First, I called my state assembly member's office (like @Lola Perez suggested) - they were incredibly helpful and had someone contact EDD within 2 days. Second, I kept calling the main SDI line at exactly 8:00 AM every morning until I got through. The key was persistence and trying multiple approaches simultaneously. The good news is that once they finally processed my extension, I received ALL the back payments within a week. I know it's terrifying when bills are due and you have no income, but based on what I've seen, as long as your doctor submitted the proper paperwork (which it sounds like they did), you WILL get your money - it's just a matter of getting someone to actually process it. Hang in there and definitely try contacting your assembly member tomorrow!
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Update: I finally got through to EDD! For anyone with a similar situation - I needed to 1) File a recurrence claim for my postpartum condition 2) Have my doctor complete the DE 2501R form specifying it's postpartum depression related to pregnancy 3) End my PFL claim early. The agent confirmed I won't have another waiting period since it's pregnancy-related. Thanks everyone for your help!
So glad you got it sorted out! Make sure to follow up if you don't see the new payments starting within 10 days after your PFL ends. The transition isn't always smooth.
Congratulations on getting through to EDD and getting this resolved! Your experience will definitely help other new parents who run into similar situations. The transition between PFL and SDI for pregnancy-related complications seems to be a common issue that isn't well explained in their materials. Thanks for sharing the specific steps - having the DE 2501R form number and the confirmation about no waiting period for pregnancy-related recurrences is really valuable information for this community.
I'm new to this community but dealing with a similar situation right now. This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm wondering - does anyone know if the DE 2501R form can be submitted online or does it have to be mailed in? Also, when you end PFL early, do they prorate your last payment or just cut it off completely? Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences here.
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I'm going through this exact same frustrating experience right now! Just got my supplemental certificate request this morning even though my doctor already submitted updated medical information two weeks ago. Reading through all these comments has been such a relief - I had absolutely no idea that the DE 2525XX form was completely separate from the regular medical update! It's honestly mind-boggling how EDD has designed this system where they basically need the same medical information submitted through multiple different forms. The bureaucracy is absolutely insane! I was starting to think I had done something wrong when they kept asking for more paperwork. I'm definitely calling my doctor's office first thing tomorrow and will specifically mention the DE 2525XX form number so there's no confusion about what EDD actually needs. Thanks to everyone who shared their step-by-step experiences - it really gives me hope that there's a clear path through this administrative nightmare. It's so validating to find this community and realize we're all dealing with the same bureaucratic chaos. This system really is as poorly designed and unnecessarily complicated as it seems! Hopefully we can all get our claims sorted out soon. This whole EDD process has been absolutely exhausting but at least we're figuring it out together! 🤞
I'm in the exact same boat as everyone here! Just got hit with the supplemental certificate request today after my doctor already sent in medical updates last week. This whole thread has been such a godsend - I never would have known about the DE 2525XX form being separate without all of your insights! It's absolutely wild how EDD has created this labyrinth where they need essentially the same info through different channels. I'm calling my doctor tomorrow too and will definitely specify the DE 2525XX form. Thanks for sharing your experience - it's so comforting to know we're all navigating this bureaucratic maze together! Hopefully we can all get through this administrative chaos soon! 🙏
I'm going through this exact same situation right now and it's absolutely maddening! Just got the supplemental certificate request this afternoon even though my doctor submitted comprehensive medical updates three weeks ago. This thread has been such a lifesaver - I had no clue that the DE 2525XX form was completely separate from regular medical updates! It's honestly baffling how EDD has engineered this system where they essentially need the same medical information through multiple different bureaucratic channels. Like, do their departments not communicate with each other at all? I'm calling my doctor's office first thing tomorrow morning and will specifically ask for the DE 2525XX form. Thanks to everyone who broke down the step-by-step process - it's such a relief to know there's actually a path forward through this administrative nightmare and that I'm not losing my mind! This whole EDD experience has been incredibly draining, but finding this community and realizing we're all dealing with the same bureaucratic chaos makes it feel less isolating. Fingers crossed we can all get our claims properly resolved soon! 🤞
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This is absolutely infuriating and I'm so sorry you're dealing with this nightmare while trying to recover from your back injury! As someone new to this community, I'm honestly appalled by how widespread EDD fraud seems to be based on all these responses. I wanted to add one more important step that hasn't been mentioned yet - consider filing a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) at consumerfinance.gov. They handle complaints about government benefit programs and can sometimes get faster responses from agencies like EDD when there's federal oversight involved. Also, when you visit the EDD office tomorrow, ask them specifically about their "account takeover" protocols - this sounds like a classic account takeover situation where someone gained access to your existing account rather than creating a fraudulent new one. They should have specific procedures for these cases that might be different from regular fraud claims. The fact that someone was able to drain $28,000 from the system using your identity for 14 months while you were actively working shows massive system failures on EDD's part. You shouldn't have to become an expert in fraud recovery just to get benefits you legitimately need and have earned through years of contributions. Everyone here has given you such incredible advice - you're going to be amazingly well-prepared for tomorrow's visit! Please keep us updated on your progress, and I'm sending positive thoughts for both resolving this mess quickly and for your recovery. You've got this!
Thank you so much @Emma Taylor for mentioning the CFPB - that s'another excellent resource I hadn t'thought of! Filing a complaint with them makes perfect sense since they deal with government benefit program issues and might be able to apply federal pressure to get EDD moving faster. The account "takeover terminology" is really helpful too - you re'absolutely right that this seems like someone gained access to my existing account rather than creating a fake new one, so there should be specific protocols for that type of fraud. I ll'make sure to use that exact term when I speak with EDD tomorrow. It really is incredible how this community has transformed my panic into a comprehensive action plan. Between all the advice here, I now have contacts for the police, FTC, EDD fraud department, California Attorney General, CFPB, potentially my local assembly member, and multiple verification steps to take. What started as feeling completely helpless has become feeling empowered to fight this systematically. The support from everyone here has been absolutely invaluable during what s'already been a stressful time dealing with my injury. I ll'definitely post a detailed update tomorrow evening after my EDD office visit. Thank you all for turning this nightmare into a manageable situation with clear next steps!
This is absolutely heartbreaking and I'm so sorry you're going through this nightmare while trying to recover from your back injury! As someone new to this community, I'm genuinely shocked by how many people have shared similar experiences here - it really shows there are serious systemic problems with EDD's security that need immediate attention. Reading through all the incredible advice everyone has given you, I'm amazed by how supportive and knowledgeable this community is. You've gone from a panic-inducing discovery to having a comprehensive action plan that covers everything from fraud reporting to media contacts to federal oversight agencies. One small additional thought - when you're at the EDD office tomorrow, consider asking them to walk you through exactly what security measures they're implementing to prevent this from happening to you (or others) again. It's not enough for them to just fix your current situation - they should be able to explain what systemic changes they're making to prevent these account takeovers in the future. The fact that someone could collect $28,000 in benefits under your name for 14+ months while you were actively working and paying into the system shows incredible negligence on their part. You shouldn't have to become a fraud expert just to access benefits you've legitimately earned. You're going to do great tomorrow - you're so well-prepared now thanks to everyone's advice here! Please keep us all updated on how it goes. Sending you strength for dealing with this bureaucratic mess and hopes for a speedy recovery from your injury. You've got this! 💪
Thank you so much @Freya Pedersen! You're absolutely right that asking about their systemic security improvements is crucial - it's not enough for them to just fix my individual case if the same vulnerabilities are still there for the next person. I really appreciate you pointing that out because I want to make sure this doesn't happen to anyone else. This community has been absolutely incredible and has completely transformed how I'm approaching this situation. When I first discovered the fraud yesterday, I was in complete panic mode and had no idea where to even start. Now, thanks to everyone's advice and support, I have a detailed action plan covering every angle - from immediate fraud reporting to long-term identity protection to potential media and oversight agency involvement if needed. It's both reassuring and deeply concerning to see how many others have dealt with similar EDD fraud cases. While I'm grateful for all the shared wisdom and experience here, it really highlights that this is a widespread systemic problem that EDD needs to address urgently. I'm feeling so much more confident and prepared for tomorrow's visit. I'll definitely ask the tough questions about what they're doing to prevent future account takeovers and will push for real accountability, not just a quick fix. Thank you for the encouragement and for being part of such an amazing supportive community! I'll post a comprehensive update tomorrow evening with everything I learn. 💙
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For anyone finding this thread later, this is a really common issue with EDD SDI claims - whether pregnancy-related or other disability types. The April/May payment gaps often happen due to quarterly review processes. Always keep an eye on your claim, and if payments suddenly stop, don't wait - take immediate action to contact EDD. Address changes are also one of the most common triggers for payment delays.
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Paolo Romano
I'm so relieved to see this thread because I'm going through something very similar! I'm 28 weeks pregnant and my SDI payments just stopped completely after 3 weeks of regular payments. I also moved recently (different story - had to move in with my parents due to financial stress) and updated my address through the online portal. Reading through all these comments, it sounds like the address change probably triggered a review. I've been calling EDD for over a week with no luck getting through. Definitely going to try that Claimyr service mentioned here. It's such a nightmare dealing with this when you're already dealing with pregnancy complications and financial stress. Thank you Emily for posting about this and everyone for the helpful advice!
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Alice Pierce
•@Paolo Romano - I m'so sorry you re'dealing with this too! The stress is just awful when you re'already managing pregnancy complications. Based on what Emily shared about her experience, definitely try the Claimyr service - it seems like it really works for getting through to an actual person at EDD. When you do get through, make sure to specifically ask about the quarterly review process and mention your address change. Also check with your doctor s'office to see if EDD sent them any verification requests they might have missed. Hang in there - it sounds like these issues do get resolved once you can actually talk to someone at EDD!
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