How to check if STD extension paperwork was received? Need help ASAP!

Ugh, been there done that. It's such a pain in the ass to deal with the disability office. I swear they make it complicated on purpose 🙄 Have you tried calling them directly? That's usually the best way to get a straight answer.

I actually found a way to get someone on the phone without the crazy wait times. I used this site called claimyr.com - it's a calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, and then sends the call to your phone when a live agent picks up. It costs $20, but it worked for me. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Here's what you need to do to make sure your STD gets extended: 1. Double-check all your paperwork is filled out correctly. Any tiny mistake can delay the process. 2. Get a letter from your doctor explaining why you need the extension. Be specific about your condition and recovery timeline. 3. Submit everything at least 2 weeks before your current benefits end. 4. Keep copies of EVERYTHING you send them. 5. Follow up with a phone call to confirm they received your documents. 6. If you don't hear back within a week, call again. 7. Document every interaction - who you talked to, when, and what they said. Stay on top of it and don't be afraid to be a squeaky wheel. Good luck!

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to get the benefits we deserve? the system is broken af 😤

Quick question - how long have you been on STD already? There's usually a max time limit, so make sure you're still within that before you go through all the trouble of extending.

Hey OP, have you considered applying for long-term disability instead? Might be worth looking into if you think you'll need more time to recover.

Protip: If you cant get thru on the phone, try reaching out on social media. Sometimes their Twitter or Facebook team can help or at least escalate your case.

oof, extending STD is such a headache. sending good vibes your way, OP! 🙏 hope it all works out for you

One thing that really helped me was checking my status online through the EDD portal. If you haven't already, try logging into your account and looking for any updates or messages about your extension request. Sometimes they'll post updates there before they call or send mail. Also, make sure you have your confirmation number from when you submitted the paperwork - that can help when you do get through to someone on the phone. The waiting game is awful but hang in there!