Insurance News

September 27, 2022

Notice of Company Applying to Become a Utah Certified Reinsurer

XL Re Europe SE an Ireland insurance company has applied to become a Certified Reinsurer in the State of Utah. […]
May 18, 2022

Roofing Scams? “Hail” yes!

Consider these tips to make sure you don’t get blown away by fraud. […]
February 2, 2022

Workers Comp Fraud Costs More Than $32 Billion Every Year

Scammers get caught through surveillance, social media monitoring, or medical provider records. Don’t try it. […]
January 18, 2022

How to Get Your Free COVID-19 Tests

As of January 15, 2022, a new federal policy requires health insurers to cover up to eight over-the-counter COVID-19 tests per month for each covered member. You can also order four free rapid antigen at-home tests per household directly from the federal government.
October 29, 2021

Insurance Department Distributes $25 Million to Arches Claimants

Insurance Commissioner Jon Pike, acting as liquidator of Arches Mutual Insurance Co., by and through his special deputy liquidator Stillman Consulting Services LLC, is pleased to announce that checks are being sent to Arches’ medical providers for 100% of their approved claim amounts. […]
June 17, 2021

Insurance Scammers & Cybercrime: On the Rise

Awareness is your best defense against insurance scammers and hackers who want to steal your information. Most cybercrimes involve identity theft. Criminals steal personal information to hack accounts and access funds. Identity theft can lead to insurance fraud. Here are come common scams. […]
June 16, 2021

Telemedicine: Safe Steps for Patients

Covid-19 is spurring telemedicine growth. Plan ahead, stay alert, and be aware of costly scams. […]
February 8, 2021

2021 Special Enrollment Period in Response to the COVID-19 Emergency

The Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) has announced a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for individuals and families to shop for Marketplace coverage in response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency[…]
November 20, 2020

Fraud Awareness: 5 Ways to Stay Safe

Stay alert to insurance scams year-round. Get the most out of your insurance policies. Be safe, know the warning signs — and report scams. […]
September 16, 2020

As Millennials Approach 40, Life Insurance Should Be On The Agenda — But Many Aren’t Prepared

Today’s millennials (24–39 years old) are getting older, and along with an impending milestone birthday as the first in the generation turns 40, they’re also more likely to be the owners and beneficiaries of life insurance policies. […]

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