Benefits Glossary

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Disability Insurance

Benefit Period

Disability Insurance

The maximum length of time disability benefits will be paid (e.g., 2 years, to age 65).

Elimination Period

Disability Insurance

The waiting period after disability begins before benefits start paying. Common periods are 30, 60, or 90 days.

Own Occupation vs. Any Occupation

Disability Insurance

Own Occupation pays if you cannot do your specific job. Any Occupation pays only if you cannot do any job you are qualified for.