Federal Disability Retirement Guide

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Federal medical disability retirement requires at least 18 months of service, a disability lasting at least one year, and agency certification of inability to accommodate. Consult local experts for detailed guidance.

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Medical disability retirement from federal government
Hello **** ****, it sounds like you need information about medical disability retirement from the federal government. Could you please specify your location so I can provide you with the most accurate information?
Salisbury NC
Hello **** ****, thanks for providing your location. Here are some general points about medical disability retirement from the federal government:
- You must have at least 18 months of federal civilian service.
- The disability must be expected to last at least one year.
- Your agency must certify it can't accommodate your disability in your current job and it has considered you for any vacant position in the same commuting area for which you're qualified.
For more specific information, please contact a local attorney or your agency's Human Resources department.