In this episode of the Cover Your Assets podcast, host Billy Gwaltney discusses the critical question of whether physicians should opt out of their employer's group long-term disability (LTD) policy. Billy explains the differences between group LTD and private specialty disability coverage, emphasizing the importance of having a well-structured private policy that offers better definitions and benefits. He highlights the potential pitfalls of group policies, including adverse selection and watered-down definitions of disability, and encourages physicians to make informed decisions about their insurance options.

Highlights:

(02:56) The Importance of Specialty Coverage

(04:42) Making Informed Decisions on Disability Insurance

The Cover Your Assets Podcast is on a mission to help physicians like you get their disability insurance right. You've spent years of your life and hundreds of thousands of dollars to become a physician — this is the career that will give you and your family everything you've dreamed of! Don't let accidents, illness, or injury destroy your hard work and the life you deserve. You know you need to be insured, but how do you sort through the mountains of information when you barely have enough time to eat? On the Cover Your Assets Podcast, host Billy Gwaltney, head of Professional Planning Group, Inc., shows you exactly what you need to do to protect your income and way of life.

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If you have questions, feedback, or just want to connect, email Billy at billy@ownoccdisability.com.