Healthcare & Insurance

Benefit Period

How long your disability insurance will pay benefits once a qualifying claim is approved.

Also known as: coverage period, benefit duration

What You Need to Know

The benefit period determines the maximum length of time you can receive disability benefits for a single claim.

Typical Choices:

Select a benefit period that covers you until traditional retirement age so a long disability does not derail retirement plans.

This information is sourced from authoritative government and academic institutions:

longtermcare.acl.gov
https://longtermcare.acl.gov/costs-how-to-pay/understanding-insurance.html

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