The Technical Distinction Between Qualified Long-Term Care Riders (IRC 7702B) and Chronic Illness Riders (IRC 101(g)): Actuarial Triggers, Tax Treatment, and Indemnity vs. Reimbursement Models

In the modern landscape of permanent life insurance, the "Living Benefit" revolution has transformed policies from simple death benefit contracts into hybrid vehicles capable of funding catastrophic health costs. However, a pervasive ambiguity exists regarding…