Can I temporarily live out of CA while collecting short term disability checks from SDI California?

Question

I just had back fusion surgery and will be out of work for a few months. Is there any rule to prevent me from recovering in another less expensive state while still collecting State Disability Insurance payments? I will eventually be returning to work at my original job in California. Someone told me I must stay in California to continue qualifying for SDI. Any help will be appreciated.

Answer 1

Sounds like you want to move for a few months.  You do have to be a CA resident to continue to qualify, and you have to be under the treatment of a ca doctor.  

Vacations out of state - ok.   Moving out of state - ie, giving up your current apartment - not ok.  Here's the number for more information:   1-800-480-3287