I went through something similar last year! EDD initially assigned me a doctor 95 miles away for my disability evaluation. What saved me was getting my treating physician to write a detailed letter explaining how the long drive would worsen my condition and potentially cause a flare-up. I also researched the specific EDD regulations and found that they're required to make reasonable accommodations under disability laws. When I called (early morning around 8 AM worked best), I calmly explained my situation and referenced both the medical documentation and their legal obligation to accommodate. It took persistence - about 4 calls total - but they eventually found me a doctor only 15 miles away. Don't let them bully you into that ridiculous drive. You have rights, and they absolutely can find closer alternatives if you advocate for yourself properly!

I'm dealing with this exact issue right now too! EDD assigned me a doctor 130 miles away and I have fibromyalgia that makes long car rides unbearable. Reading everyone's advice here has been so helpful - especially the tips about getting a detailed letter from your doctor and mentioning ADA accommodations. I had no idea we could push back on this! Going to try calling first thing tomorrow morning with all these strategies. It's so frustrating that we have to fight this hard just to get basic reasonable accommodations, but at least now I know it's possible. Thanks to everyone who shared their success stories - you're giving me hope that I can get this sorted out too!

did u check ur spam folder? sometimes edd emails go there

I'm dealing with something similar right now - been stuck on "pending processing" for 3 weeks after a workplace injury. The waiting is absolutely brutal when you're dealing with medical bills and no income. From what I've gathered here and other forums, it seems like EDD is severely understaffed and claims are just sitting in digital piles waiting for review. One thing that helped me was setting up automatic daily checks of my SDI account at the same time each day (I do it with my morning coffee) so I don't obsessively refresh throughout the day. Also documenting every interaction attempt like @Sean O'Brien mentioned - I keep a simple spreadsheet with dates, times, and what happened. The state representative option sounds promising, I might try that next week if nothing changes. Hang in there - from what everyone's saying, the money does eventually come through with backpay!

I'm also new to this community but dealing with a very similar timing situation! My return-to-work date is December 15th and it falls right on my payment date too. I've been so anxious about this, but reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly reassuring. What really helped me understand is that you're entitled to payment for every day you were medically certified as disabled - so you should definitely get paid for the period ending November 30th regardless of the timing coincidence. The fact that you don't have a job lined up yet won't affect your payment at all since it's based on medical certification, not actual employment status. From what I've gathered from everyone's advice, the main things to do are: 1) Try calling EDD before December 1st to verify everything is set up correctly, 2) Have your claim number ready when you call, 3) Ask them to note in your file that you're expecting payment for the period ending November 30th, and 4) Keep checking your SDI Online account starting December 2nd-3rd even if there's a slight delay for manual review. This community has been such a lifesaver for understanding this confusing process - it's amazing how many people have dealt with this exact timing issue! You're definitely not alone in this. Good luck with your final payment and job search!

I'm new to this community but found this thread while researching this exact same issue! My return-to-work date is December 20th and it also falls on my payment date, so I've been really worried about getting my final SDI payment. Reading through everyone's experiences has been so incredibly helpful and reassuring. It's amazing how common this timing coincidence seems to be! What really stands out is that multiple people have emphasized that your medical certification is what determines your payment eligibility, not whether you actually have a job to return to (which I also don't - still actively searching). The consensus seems clear that you should receive your final payment for the period ending November 30th, even if there might be a processing delay of several days due to manual review when return dates coincide with payment dates. I'm definitely planning to call EDD before my December 20th date after reading all the proactive advice here. It sounds like having them verify everything is set up correctly and noting it in your file can really help avoid issues or provide peace of mind. This thread has been such a blessing for someone new to navigating this process - thank you to everyone who shared their experiences! It's so much less stressful knowing we're all dealing with similar situations. Good luck with your final payment and job search - based on everything I've read here, you should be covered!

I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult situation. The 52-week limit is truly one of the most frustrating aspects of the SDI system, especially when your condition has actually worsened rather than improved. From reading through all the excellent advice you've received here, it sounds like you have a clear action plan forming. I wanted to add one more resource that might help - many counties have disability advocacy organizations that offer free assistance with benefit applications and appeals. They often have staff who specialize in navigating the complex interactions between different programs (SSI, LTD, county assistance) and can help ensure you don't miss any deadlines or overlook potential benefits you might qualify for. Also, since you mentioned your condition has developed complications that weren't part of your original diagnosis, it might be worth asking your doctor to provide specific documentation about how these new symptoms represent a progression or change from your initial condition. Even if it doesn't qualify for a new SDI claim, this kind of detailed medical documentation will be crucial for any other benefit applications you pursue. The timeline pressure is real, but you're being incredibly proactive by planning ahead rather than waiting until the last minute. That gives you a much better chance of securing some kind of bridge coverage before your SDI ends in June. You've got this, even though it feels overwhelming right now.

I'm really sorry you're facing this situation - the stress of approaching that 52-week limit while dealing with a worsening condition is incredibly difficult. Reading through all the excellent advice here, I wanted to add something that might help with your immediate timeline concerns. Since you mentioned June is coming up fast, consider creating a simple spreadsheet or checklist to track all the different applications and deadlines people have mentioned. Include things like SSI application date, LTD policy deadline check, county assistance applications, and any medical documentation requests. Having it all in one place can help prevent anything from falling through the cracks during what's already an overwhelming time. Also, when you're gathering medical documentation, ask your doctor's office if they can prioritize any letters or forms you need for benefit applications. Many medical offices will expedite disability-related paperwork if you explain the urgency and deadlines involved. The system really is frustrating when you're dealing with chronic conditions that don't fit the "temporary disability" model, but you're asking all the right questions and getting solid advice here. Starting these applications now rather than waiting gives you the best chance of securing some kind of bridge coverage. You've got more options than it might feel like right now.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Just got married last month and changed my name, and I've been getting that E311 error constantly. Reading through all these responses is super helpful - I had no idea there were so many steps involved. It sounds like I need to get my SSA records updated first, then do the DE 1101 form, AND make sure my employer has everything updated too. This is way more complicated than I expected! Has anyone had success just waiting it out, or do you really need to be proactive about updating everything manually? I'm hoping there's a way to avoid the whole runaround but it doesn't sound like it 😩

I went through this exact same situation when I got married 6 months ago! The E311 error is so frustrating but totally fixable. Here's what I learned: you HAVE to update your info in the right order or it won't work. First - Social Security Administration (this is crucial!), then wait 2-3 weeks, then EDD. I also had to update my info with my previous employer's payroll department because my W-2 still had my maiden name. The whole process took about a month but once everything was synced up, the error disappeared. Don't try to skip steps or do them out of order - I learned that the hard way! Also keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit. The paperwork trail will save you if anything gets lost in their system. Hang in there, you'll get through this! 🤗