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How long does long term disability last with Cigna?

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Christopher Harper

Updated on March 31, 2026

Cigna long term disability insurance pays a percentage of the policyholder’s covered income — up to 60 percent or $5,000 per month — during the time they are unable to work. Most long-term disability policies will cover two, five, or 10 years, but some last until the disabled worker reaches retirement age.

What is an elimination period for long term disability?

Long-Term Disability (LTD) policies typically have an Elimination Period (EP). The Elimination Period is defined as the period starting from the day you first become disabled and continuing for the period noted in the policy. This may be 90 days or 180 days or whatever the policy calls for.

How long is considered long term disability?

How long is long-term disability coverage? An employee receives long-term disability coverage for 5-10 years or as long as they are disabled until the age of 65. Like short-term disability, the duration of coverage depends on the employee’s policy.

How does long term disability work in Ontario?

Most long-term disability plans will replace 60% to 70% of your normal income. Some may provide disability benefits for up to two years if you’re unable to return to the job you had before becoming disabled. After two years, you may continue to receive benefits only if you’re unable to work at any job.

Do you have to pay back long term disability?

When you become disabled and can no longer work and earn an income, your disability insurance makes a payment to you each month during your benefit period or until you recover from the disability. In virtually every case, you’ll never have to pay even a penny of your disability insurance benefits.

Do I have to pay back my long term disability?

Can you terminate an employee on long term disability Ontario?

Although Ontario law offers some protections to disabled employees on LTD, they are not entirely protected from employment termination. An employee who is receiving LTD cannot be fired for cause. However, an employer cannot determine the employee’s likelihood of returning to work on their own.

How long can you stay on long term disability in Canada?

Policies. The CLHIA has general guidelines for understanding long-term disability benefits, which include that LTD benefits are usually paid for up to two years if you are unable to perform your regular occupation and potentially, to age 65 if you’re not able to work in any occupation.

Can you lose your job while on long term disability?

Although an employer cannot legally terminate an individual just because he/she is receiving LTD benefits, or solely because of the disability, many employees are at-will, which means that an employer can terminate an employee for other reasons.

Can you be terminated while on long term disability in Canada?