Direct answer
No, there is no professional requirement for doctors to carry specific amounts of life insurance, though high-earners often seek policies that include own-occupation disability riders to protect their significant income potential.
Industry standards for financial planning and risk management for medical practitioners. For additional information on physician financial health and risk management, see the American Medical Association‘s resources on practice management.
What this means for you
No, there is no professional requirement for doctors to carry specific amounts of life insurance, though high-earners often seek policies that include own-occupation disability riders to protect their significant income potential.
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