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5 Roadblocks Federal Employees Face When Applying for Disability Retirement

5 Roadblocks Federal Employees Face When Applying for Disability Retirement

Oct 5, 2023

There are many roadblocks that federal employees can encounter when applying for FERS Disability Retirement. We strive to ensure our clients have the strongest application possible to avoid any costly mistakes. A lack of a service deficiency, insufficient medical evidence, mistakes on forms, and not going through the reasonable accommodation process are common roadblocks we see.

How Long Does Federal Disability Retirement Last?

How Long Does Federal Disability Retirement Last?

Oct 2, 2023

Federal Disability Retirement lasts until age 62, at which point this benefit will recalculate into your regular FERS retirement pension. Your regular FERS pension is calculated based on your creditable years of service and your high 3 average. The years you earned while on Federal Disability Retirement will count towards your retirement calculation.

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