This is such a common source of confusion! Miguel is absolutely right - you should select "Illness/Pregnancy Disability" for the SDI application. Think of it this way: the SDI system needs to know what's currently making you unable to work, not what originally separated you from your job. Your pregnancy is the medical condition that's preventing you from working now, which is exactly what SDI covers. Your timeline sounds perfect - transitioning from UI to SDI at 36 weeks is very typical. When you call EDD, they can also confirm that selecting pregnancy disability is correct and help ensure a smooth transition between the two programs. One tip: keep documentation of both your layoff (for UI records) and your pregnancy disability dates (for SDI) - having clear records of the transition will be helpful if any questions come up later. You're handling this exactly right by being proactive about the switch!

I completely agree with Miguel and Mei - definitely select "Illness/Pregnancy Disability" on your SDI application! You're absolutely doing the right thing by transitioning from UI to SDI at 36 weeks. That question on the SDI form is specifically asking about your current medical reason for being unable to work, not your employment history. Since pregnancy is what's preventing you from working now (not the layoff from December), that's what SDI needs to know about. Your plan sounds solid - calling EDD to stop your UI claim and certifying as unable to work this Sunday will create a clean transition. Just make sure you have your healthcare provider complete the medical certification portion of your SDI claim, as that's required for pregnancy disability benefits. Don't stress too much about this - you're being very thoughtful about the process and asking the right questions. The EDD representatives should be able to confirm everything when you call them. Good luck with your claim and congratulations on your upcoming arrival!

I'm experiencing the same delay right now - my SDI payment was supposed to arrive on Wednesday but it's Friday and still nothing in my account. The EDD website shows "paid" status just like everyone else here is describing. This is incredibly stressful because I have rent due next Tuesday and was counting on this payment. It's somewhat comforting to read all these experiences showing that delays of 5-7 days seem to be somewhat normal, even though it's frustrating that EDD doesn't give any warning about potential delays. I'm going to wait through the weekend and see if it shows up by Monday before I try calling or using that Claimyr service. Thanks everyone for sharing - it really helps to know this isn't just happening to me!

I'm going through this exact same issue right now! My SDI payment was scheduled for Tuesday but it's now Friday and still hasn't hit my account. The EDD portal shows "paid" just like everyone else is describing. I've been calling EDD all week but can't get through to anyone - just get the "all representatives are busy" message and then it hangs up. Reading through all these comments has been really helpful though - it sounds like these 5-7 day delays are more common than I thought with SDI payments. I'm going to give it until Monday (which would be day 6 for me) before I try that Claimyr service that was mentioned. It's so stressful when you're depending on this money for basic expenses and it just doesn't show up when it's supposed to. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences - it really helps to know I'm not dealing with this alone!

Welcome to the community! I'm also relatively new to SDI and just wanted to add my voice to the chorus of relief about how much simpler this system is compared to unemployment. I went through unemployment during the pandemic and it was absolutely brutal - those bi-weekly certifications were stressful enough when healthy, I can't imagine trying to deal with them while recovering from an injury. One small thing that helped me when I was waiting for my SDI claim to process was setting up text alerts through my bank so I'd know immediately when payments hit my account. It eliminated the anxiety of constantly checking my balance wondering if the payment had come through yet. Also, if you're using any budgeting apps or automatic bill pay, make sure to account for the reduced income (that 60-70% rate) and the potential delay in first payment timing. The fact that you're being proactive and asking these questions upfront shows you're on the right track. Focus on that physical therapy and getting better - the administrative side really is much more manageable than other EDD programs. Wishing you a smooth recovery!

As someone who just went through my first SDI claim a few months ago, I can absolutely confirm what everyone else is saying - it's SO much easier than unemployment! I was terrified it would be like the unemployment system where you're constantly worried about missing certifications or making mistakes that could freeze your benefits. With SDI, once my doctor submitted the initial paperwork electronically, I literally just had to wait. No weekly check-ins, no job search requirements, no stress about the website crashing when you're trying to certify. The payments started automatically after about 2 weeks and continued weekly for the entire period my doctor had certified. The only time I had to do anything was when I needed an extension - my original 4-week certification turned into 6 weeks when my recovery took longer than expected. My doctor just submitted one additional form and the payments continued seamlessly with no gap. One tip: make sure to check your SDI Online account occasionally for any notices, but don't stress about it like you would with unemployment. The system actually works in your favor for once! Focus on your recovery and let the doctors handle the paperwork side. Hope your back heals up quickly!

Wow, what an incredibly helpful and supportive thread this has turned out to be! As someone who's completely new to dealing with EDD issues, I'm genuinely amazed by the wealth of practical advice and real experiences everyone has shared here. Reading through all the step-by-step guidance - from the 8 AM calling strategy to the documentation tips about getting corrected forms with official letterhead - has made what seemed like an insurmountable bureaucratic nightmare feel actually manageable. It's clear that while EDD can be frustrating to work with, clerical errors like this are definitely fixable with the right approach and persistence. Ravi, you're going into tomorrow's call incredibly well-prepared thanks to everyone's input! The fact that multiple people have successfully resolved similar issues gives me real confidence. This community is such a valuable resource for navigating these complex systems - thank you all for taking the time to share your knowledge and support each other! 🙏

As someone who's new to this community and has never had to deal with EDD before, I'm finding this thread incredibly eye-opening! The level of detailed, practical advice here is amazing - from specific timing strategies to documentation tips I never would have thought of. It's both reassuring and concerning to see how common these kinds of clerical errors seem to be, but what gives me hope is seeing so many success stories from people who've navigated similar issues. Ravi, it sounds like you have a comprehensive game plan now thanks to everyone's input. I'm definitely saving this thread as a reference in case I ever need to deal with EDD issues myself. The community support here is really something special - thank you all for being so generous with your knowledge and experiences! Best of luck with your call tomorrow! 🤞

I'm currently going through this same process after my hip replacement surgery. One thing I learned the hard way - make sure to check if your doctor's office is set up for electronic submission through SDI Online. My orthopedic surgeon's office wasn't registered for electronic filing, so they had to mail the paper forms which added extra processing time. If your doctor isn't set up electronically, I'd suggest asking them to submit everything at least 10 days before your current benefits expire rather than the usual 5-7 days. Also, don't forget to keep certifying for benefits every two weeks even while your extension is being processed - I almost missed a certification period because I thought I had to wait for the extension approval first. The EDD rep told me that's a common mistake that can really mess up your payments. Hang in there, the back surgery recovery is tough but you'll get through it!

I'm so glad you were able to get through to EDD and get clarity on the process! As someone who's been through multiple SDI extensions, I can't stress enough how important it is to stay on top of both parts - your DE 2500A form AND making sure your doctor submits that Supplemental Medical Certificate on time. One tip that saved me during my last extension: create a simple checklist with dates for when you submitted your form, when your doctor submitted theirs, and when you expect to see updates in your SDI Online account. That way you can follow up quickly if something gets delayed. Back surgery recovery is tough enough without the added stress of navigating EDD - wishing you a smooth healing process and no payment interruptions!