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Old 04-29-2011, 11:43 AM #11
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Just yesterday, I was reading through the application form for "Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program" and was shocked - question #4 says I'm not eligible for the program because I've been diagnosed with MS. This is the first time I've seen the words "multiple sclerosis" on an insurance application form.

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Are you joking? A Federal Ins form actually said that? I can't believe my ears..er..eyes.....STINKS!!!!
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doesn't that violate the americans with disabilities act???
i see that in direct opposition to each other. if you're good enuf to be doing the job you should get the benefits that come with it.

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No surprise, no violation of ADA, Insurance Companies don't take on guaranteed loss. People with MS are more likely to use Long Term Care.
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