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The effects of long Covid continue to be explored as more people experience lingering symptoms even after recovery from Covid. While many people are considered recovered from an initial Covid diagnosis and expect to resume their regular activities, long Covid has been found to frustrate these expectations and contribute to an overall decline in health. Suffering from long Covid may result in the inability to maintain a career, especially for those in the medical profession. In fact, it is estimated that 4 million members of the working population in the United States are out of the workforce due to long […]

Suffering from a disabling condition brings many challenges. Most people experience a noticeable change in physical and/or cognitive ability when suffering from a disabling condition. Mental health and emotional well-being often decline with the daily struggle of coping with a disabling medical condition. The inability to perform certain tasks, participate in regular activities, and maintain a medical career with a disabling condition can become frustrating. While you may have little or no control over the recovery process, having disability insurance benefits can provide replacement income while you are unable to work as you had pre-disability. Your disability insurance benefits can […]

Heart attacks can easily take a doctor out of practice. Unfortunately, after an initial heart attack, the heart is weakened and the risk of another heart attack increases. Just as an initial heart attack can prevent doctors from working, a repeat heart attack can further damage the heart muscle making a full recovery impossible. Suffering additional setbacks while already in recovery from a disabling medical condition can be frustrating and disheartening. Seltzer & Associates has years of experience representing clients who work in high-stress medical careers. Recognizing Your Risk for Repeat Heart Attacks  Common risks for a repeat heart attack […]

Cancer affects millions of Americans annually. Due to the prevalence of cancer and the risk of recurrence, many insurance companies will limit or deny coverage for those who have previously had cancer or who have higher risk factors for cancer. This limitation puts medical professionals in a precarious state as they already are highlighted for denial and terminations by insurance companies due to potentially high payouts for claims. If you find yourself in a situation where your claim for disability insurance benefits is denied based on a cancer diagnosis, your disability attorney will review your policy and advise you accordingly. […]

Our medical professionals are under incredible pressure to treat patient illness and injury, save lives, and make groundbreaking medical discoveries, all while maintaining poise and confidence. Unfortunately, this pressure can build and become unsustainable. The stress our medical professionals experience daily compounds over time and can manifest in physical and mental health impairments. It can be so severe that it becomes necessary to take a leave of absence from the practice of medicine.  Medical professionals face unique occupational hazards. Being aware of these risks and potential consequences can prompt physicians to seek treatment as soon as possible, and to plan […]

Receiving a denial letter from your disability insurance company can be devastating. You may be suffering from injury or illness and unable to work, and now your disability insurer is telling you that they will not honor the coverage for which you paid premiums. As a healthcare professional, you made a sensible choice to purchase disability insurance coverage to secure your financial future in the event a disability prevented you from working. An insurance company denial letter should not deter you from exercising your rights and pursuing your claim for disability insurance benefits. Reach out to a Philadelphia disability insurance […]

Back pain can be disruptive to any worker in any job role, but medical professionals can be quite susceptible to back injury due to the physical demands of the profession or specialty.  Any type of injury to the back or spinal disease can become severe enough to result in disability. Back pain is a seemingly common occurrence and many people overlook the severity of the symptoms or merely work through them. Be mindful of your condition and symptoms as you may be eligible to receive disability insurance benefits for bulging disc pain. Bulging disc pain is a result of discs […]

Receiving a disability insurance claim denial can be overwhelming. You are already facing medical issues, time away from work, and uncertainty about the future. You do not need to add appealing your disability claim to the list. Disability insurance is supposed to relieve some of the stress experienced in times of disability by providing financial security to you and your family. Seltzer & Associates treat our medical and dental professionals with dignity and respect. You will not be brushed off because of a common condition. We understand that your disability insurance benefits may be the key to future financial security […]

Chronic back pain can be debilitating and prevent doctors from working or participating in activities of daily living. Your disability insurance coverage should be available to provide you with financial security while you are unable to work due to disabling chronic back pain. Seltzer & Associates can assist you in pursuing these benefits regardless of your location. Chronic back pain can keep doctors from medical practice for extended periods depending on severity level. In addition to the physical limitations caused by illness or injury, the chronic pain suffered can contribute to declining mental health in doctors. The treatments for chronic […]

Physicians, surgeons and dentists have stressful, demanding careers. Caring for patients, maintaining a busy schedule, and balancing the demands of daily life can take a toll. When these stressors rise to an unmanageable level, burnout can occur. Physicians may become unable to practice medicine because of the mental and cognitive effects of burnout. Losses in income and added financial stress adds to the vicious cycle and pressures brought on by physician burnout. Fortunately, disability insurance policies can provide some much-needed financial relief during this difficult time.  The approval of your claim for disability insurance benefits is essential when physician burnout […]