Why Every Physician Needs Disability Insurance with Michael Relvas, CFP®, Ep #18

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December 1, 2024 • 37 mins

As a physician, your income is your most valuable asset—but what happens if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury? Disability insurance is critical to protecting the investment you’ve made in your education and career. It ensures financial stability in the face of unforeseen challenges, whether it’s a car accident or a cancer diagnosis.

While premiums can be costly, especially during residency, starting with even a small policy is far better than having no coverage at all. In this episode of Physician Cents, Michael Relvas, CFP® joins us to explore the importance of disability insurance.

He covers key considerations like level versus graded premiums, and why group coverage alone often falls short. Learn how to safeguard your future against the unexpected, because your financial well-being depends on it.

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[1:46] Why does every physician need disability insurance?
[8:18] Choosing a lower amount versus a graded premium
[10:53] Understanding level versus graded premiums
[16:56] Is group disability insurance coverage enough?
[22:16] Why you need to know the policy language
[27:48] Anecdotal evidence: Why disability insurance is necessary
[33:34] Take this decision process seriously

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Michael is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 9200 CORPORATE BLVD, SUITE 390, ROCKVILLE MD, 20850, 240-683-9700. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. M.R. Insurance Consultants is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #0G91249, AR Insurance License #8913976. 2024-179887 Exp 8/26