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SDI deposited $488 but it's missing, surgeon can't submit docs online, might have to cancel surgery due to low payments. Help!

I got a notice from SDI saying they deposited $488, but it never showed up in my account. They're only paying me under $1k a month, which isn't enough to live on, so I might have to cancel my surgery. My ortho surgeon can only mail docs to SDI cause he lost his password. I'm not sure if I should mail the letter or if the doctor needs to do it. Anyone know if there are specific forms we need to fill out for this?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve SDI payment and documentation issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uopIxnHaupA

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Amara Adebayo

Ugh, that sucks! I've been dealing with SDI for months and it's a total nightmare. Have you tried calling them? Sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

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PixelWarrior

I've been trying to call for days but can never get through. It's so frustrating!

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Giovanni Rossi

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 mins on hold that way.

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Fatima Al-Mansour

lol good luck with that. i've been calling for weeks and still nothing 🤡

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Dylan Evans

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Sofia Gomez

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Dylan Evans

Yeah, it's totally legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

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StormChaser

How long did it take for them to call you back?

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Dylan Evans

It took about 2 hours for me, but I've heard it can vary. Still way better than trying to call yourself!

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Dmitry Petrov

Regarding the forms, there should be a specific form for your doctor to fill out. It's called the DE 2501 I think. Your doctor needs to mail it in, not you. Make sure they include all the necessary medical info!

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Ava Williams

I'm in the same boat with the low payments. It's ridiculous how little they give us. Have you looked into any local assistance programs? Some cities have emergency rent relief or food banks that might help.

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PixelWarrior

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll def look into that. Every little bit helps rn.

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Miguel Castro

OK, let me break this down for you: 1. Missing deposit: Call SDI ASAP. Sometimes there are glitches in their system. Keep all your notices as proof. 2. Low payments: Unfortunately, SDI payments are based on your past wages. Not much you can do to increase it. 3. Doctor's documentation: Your doctor needs to fill out form DE 2501. They MUST mail it. You can't do it for them. 4. Cancelling surgery: Talk to your doctor first. There might be other options or payment plans available. 5. Doctor's password issues: Tell them to call SDI's technical support line. They have a separate number for medical offices. Hope this helps! Hang in there, dealing with SDI is a pain but you'll get through it.

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PixelWarrior

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! This is super helpful. 🙏

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Zainab Ibrahim

This should be pinned to the top of the sub tbh. Great info!

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Connor O'Neill

have u tried faxing the docs instead? sometimes that works better than mail

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LunarEclipse

What year is it? 1995? Who still uses fax lmao 🤣

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Connor O'Neill

Bruh, government agencies are stuck in the stone age. Fax still works 🤷‍♂️

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Yara Khalil

This whole system is broken af. We need to organize and demand changes. Who's with me? ✊

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Keisha Brown

I'm down. This has gone on long enough. What do you propose?

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Yara Khalil

We could start a petition, maybe reach out to local reps? I'll make a separate post to brainstorm ideas.

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