EDD requesting Supplemental Certification after SDI ended - Do I need this for PFL?

Ugh, the EDD and their endless paperwork 🙄 I had a similar situation last year. From what I remember, you usually don't need the Supplemental Certification for starting a new PFL claim. It's typically for ongoing SDI stuff. Have you tried calling them to clarify?

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/DOLxZQb92wM

Here's the deal with Supplemental Certification forms: 1. They're usually needed if there were unresolved issues with your SDI claim. 2. Sometimes EDD requests them if they need additional info or adjustments. 3. It's not typically required for starting a new PFL claim. My advice: • Call EDD and ask specifically why they need this form if your SDI claim ended. • Request details on what exactly they need. • Confirm if this affects your PFL claim process. Don't let them give you the runaround. Be persistent and get clear answers. Good luck!

lol welcome to the wonderful world of california bureaucracy 🤡 where nothing makes sense and the rules change daily

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes there are notices or messages there that explain why they need additional forms. Might save you a phone call.

I swear, dealing with EDD is like playing whack-a-mole. You solve one problem and another pops up 🙃 Hang in there, OP!

I went through something similar a few months ago! The Supplemental Certification usually means there's some kind of gap or overlap they need to clarify between your SDI and PFL claims. In my case, it turned out my doctor had put an end date on my SDI that didn't align with when I actually returned to work, so they needed the form to confirm the actual timeline. I'd definitely recommend checking what @Javier suggested about your online account first - there might be a specific reason listed there. If not, the calling strategies mentioned here are solid. The early morning call tip really does work! Don't stress too much though - it's probably just a paperwork thing and shouldn't delay your PFL claim once you get it sorted out. 🤞

Just went through this exact same thing last month! The Supplemental Certification request after SDI ended caught me off guard too. Turns out it was because there was a small overpayment issue from my SDI claim that they needed to resolve before processing my PFL application. The good news is it didn't actually delay my PFL benefits once I got it sorted out - they just needed the form to close out the SDI file properly. I'd definitely recommend calling first thing in the morning like others suggested, or checking your online account for any specific messages about why they need it. In the meantime, you can still submit your PFL application. They process them separately, so don't let this hold you up! Good luck with everything 🍀

I had this exact situation happen to me earlier this year! The Supplemental Certification after SDI ended was confusing for me too. In my case, it turned out they needed it because there was a question about whether I had actually returned to work on the date my SDI claim ended, or if there was still some overlap period they needed to account for. What I learned is that sometimes EDD requests this form when: - There's a gap between your SDI end date and when you actually went back to work - They need to verify your work status before approving PFL - There were any amendments or changes to your original SDI claim I'd echo what others said about calling early morning - that's how I finally got through. Also, definitely check your online account first because mine had a specific note explaining exactly why they needed the form. The bright side is that once I submitted it, my PFL claim moved forward pretty smoothly. Don't let this stress you out too much - it's likely just a formality to make sure everything lines up properly between your claims! 💪

I'm dealing with something similar right now! Just got off a successful SDI claim and now they're hitting me with this Supplemental Certification request before I can start my PFL. It's so confusing because I thought once SDI ended, that would be it! From reading everyone's responses here, it sounds like this is pretty common and usually related to timeline issues or needing to close out the SDI file properly. I'm definitely going to try the early morning calling strategy and check my online account for any specific explanations. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it's really helpful to know this won't necessarily delay the PFL process once it gets sorted out! The EDD paperwork maze never ends, but at least we're all in it together 😅

Hey Connor! I actually just went through this exact same situation about 6 weeks ago. The Supplemental Certification request totally threw me off too - I was like "wait, didn't my SDI claim already close?" From my experience, they usually ask for this when there's some kind of administrative loose end they need to tie up from your SDI claim before processing your new PFL application. In my case, it was because my return-to-work date didn't perfectly align with when my SDI benefits stopped, so they needed clarification. The good news is that it didn't actually delay my PFL benefits once I got it sorted out! I was able to submit my PFL application while this was being resolved, and they processed everything in parallel. My advice: definitely check your online EDD account first for any specific messages explaining why they need it. That saved me a lot of confusion. And if you do need to call, the early morning strategy really works - I got through around 8:05 AM on my third try. Don't stress too much about it - this seems to be pretty routine when transitioning from SDI to PFL. You've got this! 👍