EDD SDI extension process - what happens after doctor extends disability?

The dr should have filed the extension paperwork already if they mailed you a copy. Check your online EDD account for updates, sometimes takes a few days to appear in the system. You shouldnt need to do anything else.

Based on my experience with EDD SDI extensions last year, your husband doesn't need to file a new claim, but he DOES need to complete a "Claim for Continued Disability Benefits" form (DE 2500A) to maintain his certification. His doctor might have already submitted the medical extension documentation, but the claimant still has to certify for additional benefits. Check his SDI Online account and look under "Forms" to see if there's a continued claim form waiting to be completed. You can also check under "Claim History" to see the updated claim period once the extension is processed. The doctor's part and your husband's part are separate processes that both need to happen.

i had similar issue with my disability last month. the doctor sent in their part but my payments stopped anyway. had to call edd like 50 times before i got through. so frustrating!!!!

I used to work at a medical office that handled a lot of SDI paperwork, so I can tell you exactly what's happening. The doctor submits what's called a "supplemental certification" when extending disability, but that alone doesn't complete the process. For an extension, these TWO things need to happen: 1. Doctor submits the medical extension certification (sounds like this is done) 2. Claimant needs to complete a DE 2500A form (Continued Claim Certification) You mentioned he's been on disability for 11 weeks, so he's definitely already certified for benefits at least twice (they're generally done in 2-week increments). The extension process uses the same certification form, but the dates will now extend beyond the original estimated recovery date. Check his SDI Online account for the form, or if it's not there, he can call EDD to request one be generated. The safest approach is to be proactive rather than waiting.

EDD is THE WORST with communication!!! When my disability got extended last year they never told me I had to keep certifying and I lost 3 weeks of payments that I NEVER got back despite multiple appeals. Make sure your husband keeps certifying EVERY TWO WEEKS without fail even if the doctor part is delayed!!

I've been through several disability extensions myself, and getting through to EDD when there's a problem can be absolutely maddening. I spent weeks trying to reach someone when my extension was pending. If you're still having trouble reaching EDD after trying what others suggested, I finally had success using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have a service that connects you with an EDD representative usually within 10-20 minutes instead of spending hours redialing. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd It was worth it for me because I needed to confirm my extension was properly processed, and waiting weeks wasn't an option with bills due. The peace of mind knowing everything was properly filed was invaluable.

Just wanted to add a quick note about extensions - make sure your husband continues submitting his certification forms even if there's a delay processing the doctor's extension. If the doctor's extension is approved, but they don't have your husband's certification forms, they can't issue payments. Also, once the extension is processed, check that the new end date in the system matches what the doctor intended. Sometimes there are discrepancies that can cause payment issues down the line.

this happened to me but with pregnancy disability. got extended from 6 weeks to 8 weeks and thought the doctor did everything. ended up with no payment for the extra 2 weeks because i didn't know i had to certify! the doctor part and your part are separate things - make sure you do both!!

UPDATE: Thanks everyone for your help! We found the continued claim form in his SDI Online account and submitted it today. The doctor's extension hasn't appeared in the system yet, but we'll keep checking daily. I've also made a calendar reminder for the next certification period so we don't miss it. Will update again once we know if the payments continue smoothly!

So glad you got this sorted out! I went through a similar situation last year with my disability extension and it was really stressful not knowing what to do. The key thing I learned is that EDD processes the doctor's medical certification and your continued claim certification as two separate workflows that need to both be completed. One thing to keep in mind - if for some reason there's still a delay in processing after a week or so, don't panic. Sometimes there can be a brief gap in payments while they sync everything up, but they'll backpay you once it's all processed. Just make sure to keep submitting those bi-weekly certifications on schedule even if you don't see the extension reflected in the system yet. Hope your husband's recovery goes smoothly and the payments continue without any hiccups!

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - my disability got extended by my doctor 2 weeks ago but I'm still waiting to see it reflected in my SDI account. This thread has been super helpful! I had no idea about the DE 2500A form requirement. One question for those who've been through this - if the doctor's extension and the continued claim form are submitted but there's still no update in the system after a week, is it better to call EDD or wait a bit longer? I'm worried about calling too early and clogging up their phone lines, but also don't want to miss any deadlines. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences here - this community is way more informative than any official EDD resource!

I'm going through my first disability extension right now and this thread has been incredibly helpful! My doctor submitted the extension paperwork last week but I had no idea I needed to complete anything on my end until reading this. Just logged into my SDI Online account and sure enough, there's a DE 2500A form waiting for me that I completely missed. One thing I'm curious about - for those who've done extensions before, does EDD send any kind of notification (email or mail) when the continued claim form becomes available, or do you just have to keep checking your online account? I've been religiously checking for updates on the doctor's extension but totally overlooked the Forms section. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences - you've potentially saved me from a major payment gap!

Just wanted to chime in as someone who's been through multiple disability extensions over the past few years. This thread is spot-on about the two-part process - doctor's medical certification AND your continued claim form (DE 2500A). One thing I've learned is to screenshot or print your confirmation page when you submit the DE 2500A form online. EDD's system sometimes has glitches and it's helpful to have proof you submitted it on time if there are any payment delays later. Also, if anyone is having trouble finding the continued claim form in their SDI Online account, try logging out completely and logging back in. Sometimes the Forms section doesn't refresh properly and you need to force it to update. Hope everyone gets their extensions processed smoothly! The stress of dealing with EDD bureaucracy while you're trying to recover from an injury is really tough.

I just went through this exact same situation a few months ago! The confusion is totally understandable because EDD doesn't make the process clear at all. From my experience, here's what needs to happen: 1. Your husband's doctor submits the medical extension (sounds like this is done based on the copy you received) 2. Your husband needs to complete the DE 2500A "Claim for Continued Disability Benefits" form in his SDI Online account 3. He needs to keep doing his regular bi-weekly certifications without interruption The doctor's part and your husband's part are processed separately by EDD, so even though the doctor sent their paperwork, your husband still has his own steps to complete. Check the "Forms" section of his SDI Online account - there's likely a continued claim form waiting there. Don't wait for the doctor's extension to show up in the system before submitting the continued claim form. Submit it right away! The two parts will sync up on EDD's end once they process both. Keep certifying every two weeks no matter what - that's the most important thing to avoid payment gaps. Good luck with everything, and I hope your husband's recovery goes well!

I'm dealing with a similar extension situation right now and this thread has been incredibly helpful! My doctor just extended my disability for an additional 6 weeks, and like many others here, I had no idea about the DE 2500A continued claim form requirement until reading all these responses. One thing I want to add based on my experience so far - when you're checking your SDI Online account for the continued claim form, make sure you're looking in the right place. I initially kept checking under "Claim Status" but the form was actually under a separate "Forms" tab that I completely missed for several days. Also, for anyone else going through this process, I found it helpful to call EDD early in the morning (around 8am) when the phone lines first open. While it's still difficult to get through, I had better luck than calling later in the day. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community knowledge is invaluable when dealing with EDD's confusing system!

I'm currently going through my first disability extension and this thread has been a lifesaver! My doctor submitted the extension paperwork two weeks ago but I had no clue about the DE 2500A form until reading everyone's responses here. Just checked my SDI Online account and found the continued claim form sitting there waiting for me. One question for those who've been through this process - after submitting both the doctor's extension and the DE 2500A form, roughly how long did it take for your online account to show the updated benefit period dates? I submitted my continued claim form yesterday but my account still shows the original end date. Just want to make sure I have realistic expectations for when I should start worrying if nothing updates. Also wanted to echo what others have said - the EDD website is absolutely terrible at explaining this process clearly. This community discussion has been more informative than hours of searching their official resources. Really grateful for everyone sharing their experiences!