wait so did you QUIT your job or are you still employed just with fewer hours? thats gonna make a huge difference for eligibility

I think I'm in the exact same boat as you! Was on disability after surgery, now back part time. Did you end up applying for UI? I'm curious how it went because I'm considering doing the same thing!

Based on what you've shared, I think you have a reasonable case for SDI if: 1. You worked recently enough (through February 2025) 2. Had SDI deductions taken from your paychecks 3. Have a doctor willing to certify your disability 4. Can establish a disability date within the last 49 days Start the application online through SDI Online at the EDD website. Have all your employment information, doctor's contact details, and diagnosis information ready. The system will guide you through the process and generate the physician's portion that you'll need to take to your doctor. If you run into issues with the application, don't give up - reach out for help, as others have suggested. Chronic conditions absolutely can qualify for SDI.

Just wanted to add that when you're filling out the SDI application, be very detailed about how your autoimmune disorder affects your daily work activities. Don't just say "fatigue" - explain specifically like "unable to concentrate for more than 30 minutes at a time" or "joint pain prevents typing for extended periods" or whatever applies to your situation. The more specific you are about functional limitations, the better your chances of approval. Also, keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit - I learned this the hard way when EDD claimed they never received my doctor's form even though we faxed it twice. Good luck with your application!

Ive been dealing with SDI for 3 months now and still havent gotten my claim sorted. its a nightmare. hope u have better luck than me OP

I ran into this same issue a few weeks ago! What finally worked for me was using a different browser entirely - I was using Chrome and kept getting errors, but when I switched to Firefox it went through no problem. Also make sure you're not using any ad blockers or privacy extensions that might be interfering with the site. If the browser switch doesn't work, I'd definitely recommend calling first thing in the morning around 8 AM when they open - that's when I had the best luck getting through. The wait was still annoying but way better than trying later in the day. Good luck with your claim!

Wait, did Claimyr actually work? I've been trying to reach EDD about my extension for 2 weeks with no luck. Didn't know there was a service that could help with that.

I'm going through something similar right now - my doctor just extended my disability period but I'm still waiting for EDD to update my claim. One thing I learned is to screenshot or save any documentation from your doctor showing the extension was submitted, including the date it was sent. If there are any delays or issues with EDD processing it, having that proof can help speed things up when you call. Also, check your SDI Online account daily during this period - sometimes the system updates overnight and you'll see your new claim end date before you get any official notification. The waiting is nerve-wracking but it sounds like you did everything right by getting your doctor to submit the paperwork quickly!

Just to add one more important thing - make sure you certify properly every two weeks once your claim is active! The EDD won't automatically send your payments if you don't complete the bi-weekly certification. I missed one certification period and my payments got delayed by almost 3 weeks while they sorted it out.

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!