Do I need current doctor visits for EDD SDI certification with permanent disability?

You should put your doctor's name and the date you last saw her (February). Even for permanent disabilities, EDD requires a doctor of record for each certification period. The system doesn't automatically know your situation is unchanged - they need you to confirm it via the certification form. As long as your doctor documented that your condition is permanent/chronic, you shouldn't have issues with the processing.

I'm in a similar situatin with my disability!! its so frustrating the EDD expects us to keep seeing doctors when theres nothing they can do for us anymore!! I have a spinal condition thats never gonna get better but they still make me do the stupid forms. Sometimes I think they WANT us to mess up so they can deny benefits!!

just put the last date u saw her it dosnt matter if its old as long as ur doctor put permanent on ur original paperwork ur good 👍

For permanent disability certifications, you need to include your doctor's name and last appointment date, even if it's not recent. However, what most people don't know is that EDD technically requires your doctor to verify your ongoing condition at least every 6 months for long-term disability claims. The fact that they processed your claim when you called without asking for details suggests they have everything they need in their system. If your February visit was your last appointment, I'd recommend scheduling at least one check-in with your doctor every 6 months just to maintain claim compliance. It doesn't need to be extensive - just enough to verify your condition remains unchanged. This prevents any possible issues down the line.

When I was in your situation last year, I ended up having my benefits cut off because I hadn't seen my doctor in 8 months. I had to call EDD over 30 times before I finally got through to someone who could help me reinstate my claim. It was an absolute nightmare. I discovered a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual EDD representative quickly. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd. It was the only way I could finally get someone to listen and resolve my issue. My advice: definitely keep that doctor appointment at least every 6 months, and if you do have any problems with your certification, don't waste days trying to call EDD directly.

Everything depends on what your specific condition is. Some permanent disabilities require different certification processes than others. What exactly is your medical condition? The EDD requirements vary A LOT.

One additional tip: take a screenshot or make a copy of every certification you submit. I've had EDD claim they never received my certification even though I completed it online. Having documentation saved me from a payment gap. The system isn't perfect, so always protect yourself with records.

i just went thru this EXACT same thing and what fixed it was my doctor sending in a new updated medical form (DE 2501) even tho my condition hadnt changed. they told me over the phone permanant status only lasts for 12 months in their stupid system then u need new paperwork. the whole thing is set up to make us fail!!!!

I'm dealing with a similar situation and wanted to share what I learned from calling EDD directly about this. They told me that for permanent disability cases, you should always fill in your doctor's information on the DE 2593 even if your last visit was months ago. The key is that your doctor needs to remain your "treating physician of record" even if you're not actively being treated. What I do now is put my doctor's name, their contact info, and the date of my last actual appointment (even if it's old). In the comments section, I write something like "Permanent condition - no active treatment required per physician." This has worked for me for the past 6 months without any issues. The EDD rep also mentioned that as long as your original paperwork clearly states the condition is permanent/chronic, they're not expecting frequent doctor visits. But having that doctor relationship documented is still required for their system. Hope this helps!

I've been on SDI for a permanent disability for about 18 months now, and I've learned a few things that might help you. For the DE 2593 certifications, I always include my doctor's information even when I haven't seen them recently - name, contact info, and the actual date of my last visit (which can be several months old). What really helped me was establishing a clear pattern early on. After my condition was documented as permanent, I scheduled brief "maintenance" appointments every 4-5 months - not because my condition changed, but just to maintain that doctor-patient relationship on paper. These appointments are usually just 10-15 minutes where my doctor confirms my condition is stable and renews any prescriptions. One thing to watch out for: if you go too long without any medical contact (I've heard 8-12 months depending on your case), EDD might flag your account for review. It's much easier to prevent this with occasional check-ins than to deal with a benefits interruption later. The small copay for these brief appointments is worth the peace of mind knowing your benefits won't get disrupted over a technicality.