You may be eligible for Disability Insurance if you are unable to work because you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or have symptoms related to COVID-19. You must submit a certification from your treating physician/practitioner or by a state or local health officer. If your physician/practitioner is certifying, telehealth and virtual appointments are acceptable for a physical examination, but certifications are still required.

You may also be eligible for Disability Insurance if you are unable to work because you suspect you have COVID-19 and are quarantined, even if you don’t have symptoms. In this case, you must provide a written certification by a state or local health officer that you are suspected of having COVID-19.

For fastest processing, submit your Disability Insurance claim online and have your supporting medical documentation submitted online soon after. If you are eligible, we process and issue payments within a few weeks of receiving a claim.

Not eligible for Disability Insurance? If you are not found eligible, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits. Learn more about benefits available if you’re not eligible for Disability Insurance.