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Physicians Should Base Disability Insurance on Reality, not Rules of Thumb

February 6, 2013

Story at-a-glance Physicians need specialty-specific protection, especially with a 1 in 8 chance of being disabled before age 65.Don’t rely on rules of thumb—benefit amounts and elimination periods must match your actual expenses and savings.Monthly benefits should reflect real needs, not just

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Will Your Disability Policy Protect You at the Next Level?

February 1, 2013

Story at-a-glance Physician income can skyrocket post-residency, making early disability coverage quickly outdated.Standard policies may only cover a fraction of a physician’s new, higher income—creating a serious gap in protection.Future increase riders are key, allowing coverage boosts

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