Hey Pedro! I went through this exact situation about 4 months ago when I had to go on disability for a back injury too. Your SDI payments will definitely go to the same EDD debit card you used for unemployment - no need to wait for a new card! Just make sure to check the expiration date on your card since it's been over a year. I'd also recommend calling the Bank of America EDD customer service line (number on the back of your card) to verify it's still active, especially since you haven't used it in a while. Sometimes they put security holds on inactive cards. My first disability payment took about 8 days after approval, so you should be good for rent timing. One heads up though - your disability weekly amount might be different from what you got on unemployment since it's calculated differently (based on your recent wages vs. unemployment formula). Hope your back heals up soon! The financial stress on top of the physical pain is no joke.

I'm going through the same situation right now! Just got approved for disability after a workplace injury and was wondering about this exact thing. From reading everyone's responses, it sounds like the same EDD debit card will work, which is a huge relief. I've been stressing about the timing too since bills don't wait for bureaucracy to sort itself out. Thanks for asking this question Pedro - all the responses here are super helpful! Going to check my card expiration date and call Bank of America tomorrow to make sure everything's ready. Hope your back heals up quickly and you can get back to normal soon!

btw doesnt matter that much but jus so u know EDD isnt gonna answer any SSDI questions for u. thats social security stuff. totally different offices

I went through something similar with my hearing loss claim a few years back. One thing that really helped me was keeping detailed records of how my condition affected my daily work tasks - like having trouble with phone calls, missing important audio cues, needing accommodations, etc. The SSA wants to see specific examples of functional limitations, not just medical diagnoses. Also, if you're still within the 12-month retroactive window and your earnings have been below SGA levels, don't wait any longer to apply! Every month you delay is potentially lost retroactive benefits. The application process is long enough as it is. For what it's worth, my SDI medical records from California were definitely helpful for my SSDI case, but like others mentioned, you'll need current medical evidence too. The SSA will want to see recent audiograms, documentation of complications, and statements from your doctors about your ongoing limitations. Good luck with everything - the process can be frustrating but it's worth pursuing if your condition is truly limiting your ability to work full-time.

I just wanted to jump in and say how incredibly helpful this entire thread has been! I'm currently waiting for my SDI claim to be processed (submitted 10 days ago) and was getting really anxious about not knowing what to expect with payments once approved. Everyone's detailed explanations about the Payment Activity section, certification processes, and potential delays have given me so much peace of mind. I've already bookmarked this thread and plan to refer back to it once my claim hopefully gets approved. It's amazing how much more useful real community experiences are compared to trying to navigate the official EDD website. Thank you all for taking the time to share your knowledge - this kind of support makes such a difference when you're dealing with disability and all the stress that comes with it!

Hey everyone! I'm brand new to SDI and just got approved yesterday after a nerve-wracking 2-week wait. This thread is absolutely incredible - I've learned more about the payment process in the last 10 minutes than I did from hours of searching the EDD website! I had no idea there was a Payment Activity section in the online portal where you can actually see your payment schedule. Just logged in and found it - my first payment should arrive in 3-4 days according to the system. The tip about staying in touch with your doctor's office about ongoing certifications is something I definitely wouldn't have thought of on my own. It's so reassuring to see how many people have successfully navigated this process and are willing to share their experiences. Thank you all for creating such a supportive community - dealing with disability is stressful enough without having to figure out the bureaucracy blindfolded!

Just wanted to share my recent experience since it might help! I filed an SDI claim for a knee injury in December and was really glad I didn't wait. My primary doctor was able to certify me for 6 weeks initially, which got my benefits started right away. When I eventually had surgery, my orthopedic surgeon just submitted an updated certification that extended my claim seamlessly. One tip that really helped me - when you meet with your surgeon on February 1st, bring a copy of your current SDI claim number and ask them specifically about timeline for return to work for your type of job. Warehouse work is definitely going to require longer recovery than a desk job. My surgeon was really helpful in being realistic about the timeline once she understood what my daily work tasks involved. Also, don't stress too much about the paperwork details. EDD processed my claim pretty smoothly as long as all the required sections were filled out. The key thing is just getting it filed ASAP like everyone else said. Good luck with your recovery!

Definitely call ahead! When I scheduled my follow-up with the orthopedic surgeon, I mentioned that I had an active SDI claim and would need updated medical certification. The scheduler actually transferred me to their medical records department who explained exactly what forms they use and confirmed they handle SDI paperwork regularly. Most orthopedic practices are very familiar with SDI claims since so many of their patients are dealing with work-related injuries or surgeries that impact their ability to work. They'll likely have the DE 2501 forms on hand or know exactly what needs to be documented. Also, bring a detailed description of your warehouse supervisor duties - lifting requirements, how much walking/standing, any climbing or physical demands. This helps the surgeon give EDD a realistic timeline for when you can safely return to those specific job functions. My surgeon actually asked me to demonstrate some of my work movements during the appointment so she could better assess my limitations. One last thing - ask the surgeon's office about their timeline for submitting paperwork to EDD. Some offices are super quick (same day) while others can take a week or more. If there's going to be a delay, you might want to ask your primary doctor to extend your current certification to avoid any gaps in coverage.

This thread is such a goldmine of information! I'm currently in my first week of SDI for a shoulder injury and reading through everyone's experiences has me both grateful and terrified. Grateful because I now know to be proactive about checking form codes and fax numbers with my doctor's office, and terrified because it sounds like EDD's system is designed to trip people up at every turn. The fact that they can just stop payments without warning at the 12-week mark when people are most vulnerable is honestly cruel. I'm definitely going to bookmark this thread and start preparing early for potential extension requirements. It's ridiculous that we need to become EDD experts just to get benefits we've paid into, but thank you all for sharing your knowledge and making this maze a little more navigable for newcomers like me!

As someone who just started my SDI claim last week for ankle surgery, this entire thread has been both incredibly helpful and absolutely terrifying! The number of people experiencing the exact same issue - payments suddenly stopping around week 11-12 with zero communication - really shows how broken EDD's system is. It's mind-boggling that they don't send any kind of heads up about extension requirements when they know most people don't understand the difference between supplementary certifications and actual extension requests. I'm already calling my doctor's office tomorrow to verify they have the current fax numbers and understand the correct form codes. Also setting calendar reminders for weeks 10 and 11 to proactively contact EDD about extensions rather than waiting for them to blindside me like they did to everyone here. Thank you all for sharing your experiences and solutions - this community is literally doing EDD's job for them at this point. It shouldn't take a village to figure out basic benefit requirements, but I'm so grateful this village exists!