EDD SDI extension gap risk - need to change doctor appointment to avoid payment lapse?

You should definitely try to reschedule your doctor appointment to before your disability period ends if possible. While EDD can sometimes backdate disability extensions, it's not guaranteed and can cause processing delays. Having your doctor complete the extension certification before your current claim ends creates a seamless transition and prevents gaps in payment. If you absolutely can't reschedule, make sure your doctor clearly notes in their certification that your disability has been continuous.

This happened to me last year. Got my appt moved up and saved me a bunch of hassle!

I went through this EXACT situation in February! My doctor couldn't see me earlier so I had a 4-day gap. EDD did eventually backdate my payments, but it took FOREVER and I had to call them like 10 times!!! They kept saying they "needed to review" the dates. I had to go 3 weeks with no money coming in while they sorted it out. If u can move ur appt, DO IT!!!

Speaking from experience handling many disability claims, here's what you need to know about extensions: 1. Your doctor needs to complete a "Physician/Practitioner's Supplementary Certificate" (DE 2525XX) form for your extension 2. Technically, EDD can backdate an extension to cover continuous disability, but it often creates processing delays 3. There should be no gap between your original end date and extension start date on the form 4. If you can't reschedule your appointment earlier, have your doctor specifically document that your disability has been continuous from the original claim The most seamless approach is definitely getting that appointment before your current disability period ends. It prevents any potential payment interruption and simplifies the process.

my doctor did backdating for me but my claim was pregnancy disability so maybe its different for other conditions?? idk the rules are so confusing

I went through this nightmare scenario last year. Called EDD 22 times trying to get my extension processed correctly after having a 2-day gap. If I could do it all over, I would have just rescheduled my doctor appointment. Have you tried using Claimyr to reach EDD directly? I discovered it after my 15th failed attempt to reach someone. You can see how it works here: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd. It got me connected to an actual EDD representative in about 20 minutes instead of spending hours on hold or getting disconnected. Their website is claimyr.com. It was honestly worth it to get answers about my extension issues directly from EDD.

Quick Question - has anyone had their doctor check the "residual functions" box on the extension form? My doctor mentioned this might apply to me and I'd get partial disability. Not sure how that works with EDD?

glad u got ur appointment changed! good luck with everything!

I'm new here but dealing with something similar - my disability period ends next month and I was panicking about the timing. Reading through everyone's experiences here is so helpful! It sounds like the key takeaway is to definitely try to get that doctor appointment before your current period ends if at all possible. The fact that some people got backdated payments but had to deal with weeks of delays and multiple phone calls sounds incredibly stressful, especially when you're already dealing with health issues and financial strain. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is a lifesaver for navigating all this confusing EDD stuff!

This is such valuable information for anyone dealing with extension timing! I'm currently on SDI and my period ends in a few weeks, so this thread came at the perfect time. It's really eye-opening to see how different people's experiences were - some got backdated with no issues while others had to call EDD dozens of times. The consensus is clear though: avoid the gap if you possibly can! For anyone else in a similar situation, it seems like the key points are: 1) Try to reschedule your appointment before your current period ends, 2) Make sure your doctor uses the DE 2525XX form for extensions, and 3) Have them document continuous disability if there is any gap. Thanks everyone for sharing your real experiences - it's so much more helpful than trying to decode EDD's confusing website!

I just went through this exact same situation a few months ago and can share what worked for me. I was in a similar panic because my disability period was ending on a Friday and my doctor couldn't see me until the following Tuesday. After reading horror stories about payment gaps and calling EDD multiple times, I decided to be proactive. I called my doctor's office and explained the urgency - that I needed the appointment before my disability period ended to avoid payment interruption. They were actually really understanding and squeezed me in during a lunch break slot. My doctor filled out the DE 2525XX extension form right there during the appointment, and I submitted it to EDD the same day. The whole process went smoothly with no payment gap at all. Looking back, I think the key was being upfront with the doctor's office about why the timing mattered so much. Most medical offices deal with workers' comp and disability paperwork regularly, so they understand these deadlines. Don't be afraid to explain your financial situation - they often have flexibility for urgent cases like this. Really glad you were able to get your appointment moved up to October 12th! That should give you plenty of buffer time before your October 14th end date.