EDD hasn't paid since OB extended pregnancy disability - what to do?

I found a way to solve delayed pregnancy disability payments, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqgI2mZFKJU

Ugh, I feel you. The EDD is such a mess rn. Have you tried calling them? Sometimes you gotta be persistent to get answers.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check that your doctor submitted all the required paperwork. Sometimes they miss stuff. 2. Log into your EDD account online and make sure your claim status is up to date. 3. If you can get through on the phone, ask for a tier 2 specialist. They have more authority to fix issues. 4. Consider filing an appeal if you think there's been a mistake. 5. Reach out to your local assembly member's office. They can sometimes expedite claims. Hang in there! The system is frustrating, but don't give up. You're entitled to those benefits.

have u checked ur mail carefully? sometimes they send important stuff that looks like junk mail lol. almost threw away my approval letter once 😅

I'm in the same boat, OP. Been waiting for 6 weeks now. This system is broken af 😤

Quick question - did you receive any kind of confirmation when your OB extended the disability? Like a claim number or reference number?

Not to be that person, but have you tried faxing your documents? Sometimes old school methods work better with these dinosaur agencies 🦕📠

OMG THIS IS SO FRUSTRATING!!!! WHY IS IT SO HARD TO GET OUR MONEY?????? 🤬🤬🤬

Has anyone tried going to an EDD office in person? I heard sometimes that can help speed things up.

pro tip: keep a detailed log of all your calls, letters, and interactions with EDD. it'll help if you need to escalate or appeal later.