EDD SDI after C-section: Extended disability certification confusion - can't submit continued claim

just had exact same issue last month!!! the doctor needs to do the supplementary certificate - u dont submit anything yourself. stupid system design imo they should make it clearer

Your doctor needs to submit a DE 2525XX Supplementary Certificate form for your extension. After a C-section, EDD typically approves the standard recovery period automatically, but extensions require this additional certification. Don't fill out the 2587 form if you haven't recovered - that would terminate your claim. The doctor's office should be familiar with this process for post-cesarean extensions. Make sure they include your claim ID when submitting.

I went through this exact nightmare after my C-section in January! The EDD system is SO confusing for pregnancy disability extensions. Your doctor needs to submit the supplementary certificate (DE 2525XX) - you don't submit anything yourself for a post-surgery extension. BUT, make sure your doctor includes your claim ID number and your full name exactly as it appears on your claim or it will get stuck in processing limbo. I actually had my doctor fax it twice because the first one somehow got lost in their system. Also, call your doctor's office and confirm they sent it - don't just assume.

I HATED dealing with EDD after my c-section last year. Try using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an actual person at EDD. I was calling for days with no luck, then used their service and got through in like 20 minutes. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd that shows how it works. Honestly saved my sanity when I was dealing with my post-surgery extension confusion. The SDI agent I spoke with confirmed I didn't need to submit anything - just needed my doctor to send in that supplemental form.

This is a common confusion with post-surgery SDI extensions. Here's what's happening: Your initial pregnancy disability claim automatically includes the standard recovery period. For extensions (like after a C-section), the DOCTOR must submit a Supplementary Certificate (DE 2525XX) - you don't submit anything yourself through SDI Online. That message about "submitting continued claim certification" is misleading for your situation. The 2587 form you found is only for when you've fully recovered and are ready to close your claim. Don't use that yet! And yes, getting through to an EDD representative is unfortunately very difficult. Make sure your doctor knows they need to submit this additional certification with your claim number and correct information.

lol just wait til you try to transition to paid family leave after disability! thats a whole other mess!! 😩

Just checking in - were you able to get your doctor to submit the supplementary certificate? I know how stressful this can be when you're also trying to recover from surgery and take care of a newborn!

So glad you got it sorted out! For future reference for anyone else reading this - if your doctor's office seems unfamiliar with the DE 2525XX form, you can actually download it from the EDD website and bring it to them. Some smaller practices don't deal with these extensions often. Also, keep checking your SDI Online account every day or two - the payment status usually updates there before you get any mail notification. Congrats on your new baby and hope your recovery goes smoothly! 🍼

This thread is so helpful! I'm 6 months pregnant and already stressing about navigating EDD after delivery. Saving all this info about the DE 2525XX form for later. Question - does the supplementary certificate process work the same way for vaginal delivery extensions, or is it just for C-sections? My doctor mentioned I might need extra recovery time due to some complications I've been having.

I'm currently 8 months pregnant and this whole thread has been incredibly eye-opening! I had no idea about the DE 2525XX form or that doctors need to submit supplementary certificates for extensions. My OB never mentioned any of this during our birth plan discussions. I'm definitely going to bring this up at my next appointment so we're prepared. It sounds like the EDD system is pretty confusing to navigate, especially when you're dealing with postpartum recovery. Thank you all for sharing your experiences - this is exactly the kind of real-world info that you just don't get from the official EDD website!