I just got a doctor to extend my disability time postpartum, but I've already taken my PFL time. Should I submit a new disability claim or try to extend my old one?

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If your doctor submitted the DE 2525XX form, you should be able to reopen and extend your old one if it's within 52 weeks of the original disability claim window. That would be easiest. A new claim may be needed if it's been over a year since you first started claiming benefits.

Hi i have a silly question So i was out of work for a none related injury for 7 months and i went back to work for a month and i injured the same knee again and doctor has placed me one month off again can i use my old claim or do i have to open another claim

If I have worked prior and now self employed and got a personal injury at home can I file disability

Based on my experience with CA disability claims, if your original disability claim is still within the 52-week benefit period, you should try to extend your existing claim first. This is usually easier and faster than starting a new claim. You'll need your doctor to complete the DE 2525XX form (Physician/Practitioner's Supplementary Certificate) to extend your disability period. If it's been over a year since your original claim started, then you'd need to file a new claim. Contact EDD directly to confirm which option applies to your specific timeline - they can tell you if your original claim is still active and extendable.

I went through something similar last year! The key is definitely timing - if you're still within that 52-week window from your original disability claim start date, extending is much smoother than filing new. Make sure your doctor is specific about the medical necessity for the extension on the DE 2525XX form. EDD can be picky about the documentation. Also, keep all your paperwork from both the original disability and PFL claims handy when you call - they'll likely ask for reference numbers and dates. Good luck!