Finally got EDD to explain missing doctor forms for my disability claim - crazy process!

omg SAME THING happened to me last yr!! i think its the supplemental medical form they need when theres some kinda question about ur disability? my doc office was so confused bc they already sent in all the regular paperwork. took me like 3 extra weeks to get paid bc of this stupid paper form!

Did they ever explain WHY they needed this extra form? My doctor is already annoyed about filling out more paperwork and I'm worried this will delay everything even longer. Did they backpay you for all the weeks once it was finally approved?

That form is likely the DE 2525XX Supplemental Medical Certification. It's required when EDD needs additional medical information to process your claim. This typically happens when:\n\n1. Your initial medical certification was incomplete\n2. Your condition requires verification beyond the standard form\n3. There's a discrepancy between your reported condition and work limitations\n\nMake sure your doctor completes EVERY field on the form, especially the diagnosis codes and functional limitations sections. Many claims get delayed because doctors leave sections blank or provide vague information.\n\nAnd yes, you'll receive retroactive payments from your disability start date once approved, minus the 7-day waiting period.

Thank you! That sounds exactly like what they mentioned. I'm going to call my doctor tomorrow and warn them what's coming. Have you heard if I can expedite this somehow? The EDD rep said snail mail is the only option but that seems ridiculous in 2025!

This is EXACTLY why the EDD system is completely broken! They deliberately make the process confusing and use paper forms from the stone age to delay your benefits. I had the same issue last year and ended up having to apply for emergency assistance because my benefits were delayed THREE MONTHS due to some stupid form that nobody told me about until I threatened to contact my state representative. The whole system is designed to deny legitimate claims and save the state money. Did they even bother to call or email you about this missing form??? Of course not!!!

yep its a joke. my neighbor works 4 the state (not edd) & even she says its all about reducing their claim numbers. they make it so frustrating that ppl just give up claiming benefits they deserve

I've been through this exact situation with these supplemental forms! If you're still struggling to reach EDD to get more information about your claim, I'd recommend trying Claimyr (claimyr.com). I was stuck in phone queue hell for weeks until someone here suggested it. They connected me to an actual EDD representative in about 20 minutes, and I finally got real answers about my missing medical documentation.\n\nI was skeptical, but their service actually works - they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd\n\nIn my case, I found out my doctor's office had been sending the forms to the wrong department, and the EDD rep was able to look up exactly what was missing and help me resolve it right away. Saved me weeks of waiting and confusion.

I've never heard of this but I'll check it out! At this point I'd try anything to get this resolved faster. The paper form is supposed to arrive \

wait ur telling me you drove to what u thought was the edd office but wasnt and still got help?? lol ive been calling for 2 weeks straight and cant get anyone! whats the address of this magic building with the nice receptionist?? 😂

LOL I know right?? It was actually some county administrative building in Oakland. I was SO embarrassed when I walked in and realized it wasn't EDD at all, but the receptionist said people make that mistake all the time. Google Maps totally misled me! But she was amazing and actually had some direct line to EDD that got through after only about 15 min wait.

One thing to know about the supplemental form - it has to be filled out by the SAME doctor who completed your original certification. I made the mistake of having my specialist fill it out when my primary care doctor did the first form, and EDD rejected it completely. Had to start over with the right doctor and lost another 3 weeks of processing time.\n\nAlso make sure your doctor includes their medical license number and the correct diagnosis codes (ICD-10). The EDD is super picky about these details and will delay your claim if anything is missing.\n\nHang in there - the system is frustrating but you'll get your benefits eventually!

That's REALLY good to know - thank you! My case is a bit complicated because I initially saw my primary doctor but then was referred to a specialist. I'll make sure the original doctor fills out this form. I appreciate the tip about the license number and diagnosis codes too!

When u finally get your claim approved, make sure to check if they calculated your benefit amount correctly. Mine was based on wrong quarters which gave me $340 less per week than I should have gotten. Had to file a whole separate appeal just to fix the calculation!! EDD is a mess right now with all the new claim system updates in 2025. Everything takes twice as long as it should.

This is an important point. Your SDI benefit amount is based on the highest-earning quarter in your base period (typically 5-18 months before your claim). You can request a recalculation if you believe they used incorrect wage information by submitting a DE 1545 form along with proof of your earnings (paystubs, W-2s, etc.).

since ur going thru the paper form nightmare ask the edd person on the phone if they can put a note in ur file that everythings coming. doesnt always work but sometimes helps speed things up when the form finally gets there!! also i made copies of EVERYTHING b4 mailing just in case they \

Super smart! I'm definitely making copies of everything. I'm planning to send it certified mail too, just to have proof they received it. This whole process has made me so paranoid!

I went through exactly this last month! After getting the form and having my doctor fill it out, I brought it directly to an actual EDD office instead of mailing it. They accepted it and entered it into their system right there. My claim was approved 3 days later! Not all offices will do this, but it's worth calling ahead to check if they will. Saved me weeks of waiting for mail processing.

That's brilliant! I didn't know you could drop forms off in person. Do you know if the Oakland office accepts walk-ins for this? I'd gladly drive back if it means getting this processed faster.

I went to the Sacramento office, but I called first to confirm they'd accept it. Not all offices handle disability stuff in person - some are unemployment only. Definitely call before making the drive! The number on their website actually worked for me when I selected the