EDD SDI Certification questionnaire late - payment missed, now what?

same thing happened 2 me last year, u dont lose the payment but it will b delayed. they have to process the late cert which takes extra time

This is a common issue with EDD SDI. When you miss a certification deadline, the system automatically holds payment until the certification is processed. Based on my experience handling several late certifications, here's what you can expect: 1. Your payment will be delayed but NOT forfeited 2. Processing time for late certifications is typically 7-10 business days 3. The system will review to ensure you still meet eligibility requirements 4. You may receive a confirmation message in your EDD inbox when processed My suggestion is to be very proactive in checking your portal for any additional questionnaires or messages while waiting for processing. The certification system is designed to verify your continued disability status, so missing one creates a verification gap they need to address.

The exact same thing happened to my wife after her pregnancy disability claim. We missed one certification because we were sleep deprived with the new baby and COMPLETELY missed the notification. When we finally submitted the late certification, it took them 13 days to process and release payment. It was super stressful but the money did eventually come through. Make sure you don't miss any more certifications! We set up calendar reminders every 2 weeks now.

OMG dont even get me started on EDD certifications!!!! I swear they DELIBERATELY make these things hard to notice. Like why don't they TEXT us when there's something important to fill out???? Not everyone is checking their EDD account daily!!!!! I missed TWO certifications last year during my disability and had to basically BEG them to process my payments. The system is BROKEN!!!!!

Late certifications are processed in the order they're received, but you can speed things up by calling EDD directly. Waiting for the system to process it automatically can take 7-14 days, but if you get through to a claims specialist, they can often process it while you're on the phone. I had a similar situation last month and spent three days trying to get through on the phone. I finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) which got me connected to an actual EDD agent in about 20 minutes. The agent processed my late certification immediately and I had my payment two days later. You can see how it works in their video demo: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd Definitely worth it when you need your payment urgently.

Did ur doctor office send in the right paperwork? My bf was on SDI and when his extension was done his doctor sent in wrong form and whole thing got messed up and delayed his payment by like 3 weeks! Make sure ur doctor did their part correctly too.

One additional piece of advice: while you're waiting for the payment to process, document everything. If you call EDD, write down the date, time, representative name, and what they told you. If your payment doesn't arrive within the expected timeframe, this documentation will help you if you need to escalate the issue. Also, if you're concerned about bills coming due, you might want to contact your creditors proactively to explain the situation. Some utility companies and landlords will work with you if you communicate in advance about a temporary delay. It's always better to reach out before a payment is missed than afterward.

Just wanted to check in - were you able to get this resolved? Did your payment come through yet?

That's fantastic news, Oliver! So glad you were able to get it resolved quickly with that service. It's really helpful for everyone here to see a successful outcome - gives hope to others who might face the same situation. Your experience shows how important it is to be proactive when dealing with EDD delays. Thanks for updating us on how it turned out!

Welcome to the community, Ivanna! I'm glad this thread was helpful for you. Dealing with SDI for the first time can definitely feel overwhelming, especially when you're already dealing with a work injury. This community has been such a lifesaver for me - everyone here really understands what it's like to navigate the EDD system while you're trying to recover. Don't hesitate to post questions as they come up - people here are genuinely helpful and will share their experiences. Hope your recovery goes smoothly and you don't run into any certification issues like I did!

I'm so relieved to see this had a happy ending! As someone who's been on SDI for chronic pain management, I've definitely had my share of certification anxiety. It's stories like this that remind me why I love this community - everyone jumps in to help with real, actionable advice. The Claimyr tip is gold, and I'm definitely saving that for future reference. Oliver, thanks for following up with the resolution - it really helps to know what actually worked. And to everyone who contributed advice, you're all amazing for taking the time to help a fellow community member through a stressful situation!

I just wanted to say thank you for posting this, Oliver! I'm dealing with my first SDI claim after a knee replacement and I had no idea these certification questionnaires even existed. Reading through all the advice here has been incredibly valuable - especially about setting up SMS notifications and the Claimyr service. I'm going to go check my account settings right now to make sure I have all notifications turned on. It's so reassuring to see that even when you miss a deadline, there are still ways to get things resolved. This community really is a lifeline for navigating the EDD system!

This thread is such a perfect example of why I love this community! Oliver, I'm so glad you got your payment sorted out - what a relief that must have been. I've been on SDI for fibromyalgia for about 8 months now and I've definitely had those moments of panic when something doesn't go as expected with EDD. The advice everyone shared here is gold - especially the SMS notification tip and the Claimyr service recommendation. I had no idea either of those options existed! I'm going to set up those text alerts right now. It's amazing how much stress we could all avoid if EDD just made these helpful features more obvious. Thanks everyone for creating such a supportive space where we can share real solutions to these bureaucratic nightmares!

This is exactly why I joined this community! I'm currently on SDI for a shoulder injury and seeing how everyone came together to help Oliver navigate his certification crisis really gives me confidence that I'm in the right place. The practical advice here is so much more valuable than trying to decipher the official EDD website. I had no clue about the SMS notifications feature - just enabled it thanks to Felicity's tip! And that Claimyr service recommendation could be a real lifesaver if I ever find myself in a similar situation. It's incredible how one missed certification can cause so much stress, but it's equally incredible how this community turns that stress into actionable solutions. Oliver, so glad you got your payment resolved quickly! This whole thread is going straight into my bookmarks for future reference.

As someone who's been navigating the SDI system for almost two years now due to a spinal condition, I want to echo what everyone has said about this being such a supportive community. Oliver, I'm thrilled that you got your payment resolved so quickly with the Claimyr service! When I first started my claim, I wish I had known about resources like this and the SMS notification feature that Felicity mentioned. I've definitely had my share of EDD-related panic attacks, so I completely understand that feeling when you realize you've missed something important. What I love about this thread is how it shows that even when the system seems designed to trip us up, there are always solutions and people willing to share them. I'm bookmarking this entire conversation because the advice here is pure gold. For anyone new to SDI like some of the folks who commented recently - this community really is a lifeline. Don't hesitate to ask questions, and always remember that you're not alone in dealing with these bureaucratic challenges!