Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is sending out a reminder to all parents and care givers that Palm Beach County Schools begin August 15, 2016 and new incoming students will need their immunizations up to date.
Unfortunately, many long-term disability applicants are also applying for Social Security Disability benefits and are in need of medical treatment. They have not become Medicare eligible and are facing a gap in their health insurance coverage. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer, there are considerations that each long-term disability applicant should consider in making the difficult decision about continued COBRA coverage or alternative coverage:
Disability Claims for Acute Episodes of Mental Illnesses. Private short-term disability insurance also does not cover temporary acute episodes of mental illnesses such as situational stress, depression, and anxiety. These conditions fall under the category of emotional disorders in the exclusions listed above.