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Long-Term Disability Insurance

What is long-term disability insurance?

Long-term disability insurance replaces a portion of your income if you are disabled and cannot work for an extended period. Coverage typically begins after a 90-day elimination period and can last until age 65 or 67. Long-term disability insurance is the most important disability coverage.

Key Points

  • Long-term disability: replaces income for extended disabilities
  • Elimination period: typically 90 days
  • Benefit period: typically to age 65 or 67
  • Income replacement: typically 60-70% of gross income
  • An independent agent can help you find long-term disability insurance