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I am a self employed truck driver, i have a torn rotator cuff and need surgery. will i be able to get short term disability?
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Depends: If you do not have short term disability insurance, check if you qualify for coverage from your state, which is unlikely but possible.
Answered 5/8/2019
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Yes: Depending on the tear you may improve with physical therapy but may need surgery.
Answered 1/27/2013
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