How to cancel online PFL claim with CA EDD and submit paper form instead?

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Ugh, the EDD and their paperwork nightmares! 🤦‍♂️ I've been there before. Your best bet is to call them directly and explain the situation. They can cancel the online claim for you and make a note on your account. Just be prepared to wait on hold for like... forever.

Friendly reminder to everyone dealing with EDD: DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every form. You never know when you'll need to prove something later. Stay strong, we're all in this together! 💪

I'm in the same boat with the debit card issue. Lost mine ages ago and been too lazy to get a new one. Let us know how long it takes to get the new one!

Hey OP, just a heads up - make sure you keep track of all the dates: when you submitted the online claim, when you called to cancel it, when you mail the paper form, etc. It might come in handy if there are any issues later.

lol good luck getting anyone on the phone at EDD. I tried for weeks and kept getting disconnected. Its like they dont want us to reach them 🙄

In terms of reaching out to EDD, Claimyr seems like a useful tool, especially if you're struggling to get in touch with them. However, it's important to weigh the costs and benefits. $20 can be a significant amount for some, so consider exhausting free options like calling at different times of the day before using paid services.

I had a similar issue last year. Here's what you need to do: 1. Call EDD ASAP to cancel the online claim. Get a confirmation number. 2. Fill out your part of the paper form carefully. 3. When you get the form back from your doctor, double-check everything. 4. Make copies of EVERYTHING before mailing. 5. Send it certified mail with return receipt. 6. Keep checking your EDD portal for updates. For the debit card, you'll probably need to request a new one. Mention it when you call about canceling the online claim. They might be able to process both at the same time. Good luck! The EDD can be a real pain, but stay persistent!

Anyone else feel like the EDD system is designed to be as confusing as possible? It's like they're trying to discourage people from claiming benefits they're entitled to. 🤔

Regarding your lost EDD debit card, the standard process involves requesting a replacement either through their phone system or online via your portal. It's great to hear they are sending a new one after you called. Typically, it takes about 7-10 business days to receive it. Make sure to activate it once it arrives, and keep it in a safe place to avoid the hassle again.

Pro tip: If you're mailing in forms, always use certified mail with return receipt. It's a lifesaver if they claim they never received your paperwork. Learned that the hard way 😅

Has anyone else noticed that the EDD website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🙄 It's like they're trolling us at this point.

Update: I called EDD (finally got through!) and they said they'll cancel the online claim. They're sending me a new debit card too. Thanks for all the advice, everyone!

That's awesome that you got through so quickly with Claimyr! I've been struggling to reach EDD for weeks about my own PFL claim. Just to add to the great advice already given - when you mail in your paper form, I'd suggest also taking photos of every page before sending it. I learned this tip from a coworker who had her forms "lost" twice by EDD. Having digital copies saved her when she had to prove what she originally submitted. Also, if your doctor's office is slow with paperwork, don't be afraid to follow up with them - sometimes they forget about these forms sitting on their desk!

Just wanted to chime in as someone who went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago! The duplicate submission worry is totally valid - I was stressed about the same thing. When I called EDD to cancel my online claim, the rep told me that as long as you get it canceled before they start processing it, you're good to go. They gave me a cancellation confirmation number which I kept in my records (definitely write that down!). One thing I wish I had known - make sure your doctor knows they need to use BLACK ink only for their signature and any handwritten parts. My doctor used blue ink the first time and EDD sent it back, which delayed everything by another 2 weeks. Also, if you're mailing it in, I'd recommend using a tracking service so you know exactly when it arrives. The peace of mind is worth the extra few bucks! Hope this helps and good luck with your claim! 🤞

Wow, this thread has been so helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation where I need to switch from online to paper submission for my PFL claim. Reading through everyone's experiences has given me a much clearer game plan. One question I have - for those who successfully made the switch, did EDD give you any kind of timeline for when the online claim would be fully canceled from their system? I'm paranoid about there being some overlap or confusion on their end. Also, has anyone had issues with their doctor's office charging extra fees for filling out the paper forms? My doctor's office mentioned something about an "administrative fee" which caught me off guard. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is a lifesaver when dealing with EDD's maze of bureaucracy! 🙏