EDD supplementary medical certificate deadline issue - my doctor's office closed until after due date!

call edd and tell them the situation, they can extend the deadline. happened to me when my dr went on vacation

Don't panic yet. There are a few options you can try: 1. Check if your doctor has a partner physician or covering doctor during the closure who can complete the form. Many medical offices arrange coverage during extended closures. 2. Call your doctor's office before they close - there's likely an administrative staff person who can help coordinate getting this form completed before they shut down. 3. If those don't work, you should submit a written explanation to EDD through your SDI Online account. Go to "Contact EDD" and explain the situation, including the dates of your doctor's office closure and when you'll be able to submit the form. Request an extension based on these circumstances. 4. Keep documentation of the office closure (take a photo of the notice if possible) to support your case. EDD generally will work with you if you're proactive about communicating the issue before the deadline passes.

Its not that big of a deal, I was late with one of mine by like 3 weeks and nothing happened. they just want the form eventually lol

This is WHY I hate dealing with EDD! They send these requests with impossible deadlines and then you can't even reach anyone when there's a legitimate problem. I went through something similar last year with my pregnancy disability claim. My doctor was out on emergency leave and I nearly lost my benefits because of their ridiculous timeframes. The whole system is designed to make you fail!

I had a similar situation where I couldn't get the supplementary certificate completed by the deadline. What worked for me was using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an actual EDD representative. They have a service that helps you connect with EDD SDI agents without waiting on hold forever. I was able to explain my situation to the rep who noted it in my file and gave me a reasonable extension. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd In my case, I had the form completed two weeks after the deadline, and my benefits continued without interruption because the agent had documented my circumstances.

Sorry ur stressing about this!!!!! My doctr office once faxed my form a week late and i didn't have any problems with my payments but maybe i got lucky idk. could u try calling another doctor in the same practice??? Sometimes they can access ur records and sign of for the regular doctor

Just to clarify something important - there's a difference between the original medical certification for your claim and a supplementary certification. Supplementary certifications are typically requested when EDD needs updated information about your condition or to verify continuing disability. They're more flexible with these deadlines as long as you communicate with them. It's the initial certification that's much stricter. What type of disability claim are you on? Is this for SDI or PFL?

After reading your responses, I'd suggest two immediate actions: 1. Contact your doctor's office TOMORROW before they close and explain this is urgent. Most offices have procedures for handling time-sensitive paperwork even during closures. 2. Get written documentation of their closure dates. Then use Claimyr or continue calling EDD directly until you reach someone. When you do, request a specific deadline extension and ask them to note it in your file. Get the representative's ID number and the time/date of your call for your records. If your doctor can't complete it before closing, see if they can arrange an early reopening appointment specifically for your paperwork on February 5th.

That's such great news! I'm so glad you called them back and found out they have someone handling emergencies. It's amazing how much stress we can put ourselves through when sometimes there's actually a simple solution available. Make sure to get there early tomorrow morning and maybe bring a copy of the form just in case. Hope everything goes smoothly with your paperwork!

What a rollercoaster of emotions reading through this thread! I'm so relieved everything worked out for you, Michael. This is exactly why I always tell people to call medical offices directly when there's an issue - they often have contingency plans we don't know about. Your situation is a perfect example of how what seems like a disaster can have a simple solution if you just keep asking the right questions. Thanks for sharing the update too - it gives hope to others who might face similar situations with EDD deadlines!

I'm so happy this worked out for you! As someone who's been dealing with EDD for a while now, I can totally relate to that panic when you think you're going to miss a deadline through no fault of your own. It's stories like this that remind me how important it is to never give up and keep exploring all options. Your doctor's office sounds really thoughtful to keep someone available for emergencies - that's the kind of service that makes all the difference when you're dealing with disability claims. Definitely save their contact info and maybe send a thank you note after this is all sorted! Hope your form gets processed quickly and your benefits continue without any hiccups.

What an amazing thread to read through! Michael, I'm so relieved everything worked out for you in the end. This is such a perfect example of why this community is so valuable - seeing everyone jump in with practical advice, from Victoria's step-by-step guidance to Ruby sharing the Claimyr service, and everyone else sharing their own experiences. It really shows that even when EDD situations seem impossible, there's usually a path forward if you keep pushing and asking the right questions. Your doctor's office sounds incredible for having that emergency coverage during their closure - that's the kind of proactive service that makes all the difference when you're dealing with these tight deadlines. Hope your form gets submitted smoothly tomorrow and you can finally relax about this whole situation!