What qualifies as totally and permanently disabled?
Preparing to file a total and permeant disablement claim can come with a lot of questions, which is why our insurance experts at Almane Super claims are here to help.  The guidelines for the TPD definition are not standardly defined, which means the TPD insurance definition can vary between insurance agencies.  Generally speaking, total and permanent disability indicates an individual is suffering from some form of permanent incapacity or permanent disabilities that render them permanently unable to work due to sickness or injury. These TPD insurance claims have several categories under which an individual can file a claim, which we’ll go into in the next sections.

TPD Own Occupation
One of the categories under which an individual can file a TPD claim is “own occupation TPD.”  This categorisation is characterised by the inability to work in one’s own occupation ever again.  While this definition may seem broad, simply put it means that the individual can no longer work in their current profession as a result of the disablement.  This categorisation can be applied to specified work such as that of medical specialists.

Any Occupation TPD
As an alternative to “own occupation” TPD, individuals may choose “any occupation” insurance as their permanent disability insurance.  This type of coverage offers a less expensive TPD insurance quote than “own occupation”, but provides less coverage, applying to the broader category of those who are unable to work in occupations suited for their education, training or experience.  There is also the “non-working" type of coverage which provides TPD payout but is the hardest form of insurance to claim on. 

When it comes to disability, there are a number of permanent disability insurance options, and our experts at Almane Super Claims are here to help guide you with our expertise.  Having the support of our professionals helps our clients navigate the inconsistent TPD definitions, providing our clients with high success TPD claims statistics. 

TPD Insurance Claims
Many of our clients don’t realise they have total and permanent disability insurance included in their superannuation.  Total permanent disability insurance payouts typically come from a superannuation disability payout fund, making it important that our clients review their policies.  In addition to performing the due diligence on policies, our experts are here to answer your questions from, “How much tax will I pay on my TPD claim,” to resolving the question of, “How do I claim my superannuation benefits?”
 
TPD Payout
When TPD insurance claims are paid out, the funds are intended to offset the life costs of no longer being able to work in your previous profession.  These categories can include medical expenses, living expenses, loss of income and are often applied to other debts that have accrued.  The amount is paid in a lump sum, and is generally non-taxable. 

Can You Work After A TPD Payout?
The simple answer is, “yes, you can!”  In order to qualify for a total permanent disability insurance payout, the candidate must apply in connection to the job held at the time of the disablement. You can still perform work in other unrelated professions as defined by the policy held, as long as the payout is unrelated to the current work.

Almane Super Claims Services
At Almane Super Claims, our insurance specialists are here to provide you with support through the process of managing your total and permanent disability insurance.  From selecting the right total disability insurance through filing appeals for denied claims, we are here to make your TDP coverage easier to understand.  In working with our team we support you when you need us the most, expediting and facilitating the claims process.

Claiming your TDP payout from a superannuation fund can be a complicated process, particularly when it comes to making claims from multiple super funds.  Our experts are here to answer these questions for you, helping you navigate the intricacies of claiming your disability payments. 

What is TPD?
TPD, or total permanent disability is a type of insurance that provides disability benefits for those that are seriously injured or sick. In understanding what is TPD insurance, it’s important to know that it covers those whose condition prevents them from returning to their current profession.  The TPD meaning may vary depending on the specific coverage selected, whether it’s for “any” or “own occupation” TPD. 
TPD covers a variety of costs in a lump sum payout intended to assist with medical costs, living expenses, home improvements to accomodate the disability, as well as other debts and ongoing financial burdens. 

Superannuation Funds
Your superannuation is a type of company pension plan that holds money for you until you retire or are ready to withdraw it.  What many of our clients don’t realise is that these plans often include TPD provisions in their coverages.  In incidents where total and permanent disability benefits need to be enacted, your superannuation fund can help cover your life costs. 

How Long Does It Take To Get A TPD Payout?
The time it takes to receive your TPD payout from a superannuation fund can vary depending on the specific case.  Payouts are generally issued within two to three months, but circumstances such as providing the proper paperwork and the complexity of the case can strongly impact the processing time.  
When you’re ready to claim super, our insurance specialists provide the support and services that accelerate its retrieval.  While TDP payouts don’t have a time limit for filing, claims that have been denied need to be appealed within strict time guidelines.

Claiming from Multiple Super Funds
The good news is, for those holding numerous jobs, you are able to claim benefits from multiple super funds. Your superannuation may be held in multiple accounts by multiple employers, which can be cumbersome for an individual to juggle simultaneously.  Our Almane Super Claims professionals will help you check the terms and conditions of your policies, managing the filing forms and required proof you need to recover funds from these multiple sources. 

When claiming these benefits, it’s important to carefully examine your accounts to ensure you’re accessing all of the payouts available to you.  These accounts may include components of your TPD payout and Centrelink as well as q super insurance.

Almane Super Claims Expertise
In order to save yourself time and money, our experts at Almane Super Claims use our knowledge of life and TPD insurances to ease the process of handling your claims with our professional services.  Whether you need the paperwork to start your claims work, or require assistance in filing an appeal for a denied claim, we make the process faster and more efficient.  Our goal is to get you your payouts as soon as possible, easing the financial burdens that may be challenging your household budget.