How to get EDD's DE 2525XX extension form before final payment?

You have to wait till the very end to get that extension form. I tried calling for it early last year and the rep told me they ONLY mail it with your final payment. My doc ended up just using SDI Online because we couldn't find any other way. Ended up with a 3 week gap in my payments because of this stupid system!!

call edd and ask them to mail the form to you directly! I did this when i had shoulder surgery in january - told them doctor needed more time to fil l out paperwork. took 3 tries to get thru but eventually got a nice lady who sent it immediately. recieved the form 4 days later!

I'm an advocate who helps people with EDD claims, and there are actually a few options here: 1. Your doctor CAN file the extension online through SDI Online even if they prefer paper forms. Many medical providers resist this at first but it's actually faster and more reliable. 2. You CAN get the DE 2525XX form early by calling the EDD Disability branch directly at 1-800-480-3287. However, be prepared for extremely long wait times (often 2+ hours) or getting disconnected. 3. Some EDD offices will provide the form in person if you explain your situation, though this option varies by location. 4. Your doctor's office can also call EDD's medical provider line to request the form directly. One important thing to know: even with the form in hand, EDD won't process the extension until your current claim is within 5-7 days of ending. So getting the form early just gives you time to complete it, but won't necessarily speed up the approval process.

when i was on disability for my pregnancy complications last year they NEVER sent me the extension form with my last payment! had to go 3 weeks without any income while tracking down the form. its totally messed up how they handle extensions. my friend said just have your doctor do it online because the paper forms get lost all the time anyway

I managed to get the DE 2525XX form early by having my doctor's office call the Medical Provider Helpline at 1-855-342-3645. They can request the form be sent directly to the doctor's office. This is actually the preferred method since it bypasses you as the middleman. Also, just so you're aware, even with the form submitted early, there's often a gap in payments while EDD processes the extension. Make sure you have some savings to cover 2-3 weeks of expenses in case there's a delay. If calling doesn't work, I'd recommend using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an EDD representative faster. I was skeptical at first, but after spending days trying to get through on my own, I tried their service and got connected within 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd Good luck with your extension!

When I needed an extension, my doctor just logged into SDI Online and submitted it that way. It was processed much faster than the paper form (which my friend used and had all kinds of delays). I know your doctor prefers paper, but the online system is really more reliable from what I've seen. Maybe explain to your doctor that using the online system could prevent a gap in your benefits? Most doctors will understand when it affects your financial situation.

this whole system is a joke. you can't get the forms when you need them, then when you finally submit everything they take forever to process! when i was on disability for my back injury the extension took almost a MONTH to process even though my doctor submitted everything correctly. i had to borrow money from family just to pay rent. EDD doesn't care at all about people who are suffering!!

have u tried asking ur doctor if they still have a copy of the form from a previous patient? my doctor had one in his files and just photocopied it for me - worked fine! EDD accepted it no problem

Just wanted to update everyone - I called the EDD Disability office this morning and after being on hold for over an hour, I finally got through to a representative. She initially said they don't send the forms early, but when I explained my doctor's preference and concerns about a gap in benefits, she agreed to mail me the DE 2525XX form! Should arrive in 5-7 business days. As a backup plan, I also let my doctor know about the online submission option through SDI Online in case the form doesn't arrive in time. Thank you all for your helpful advice!