Medicare Assistance Bureau: Important Reminders Ahead of Open Enrollment
Captive | Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, October 3, 2024
Free one-on-one counseling saved Delawareans $3.8M in 2023 As Medicare Open Enrollment approaches, the Delaware Department of Insurance and its Medicare Assistance Bureau (DMAB) are sharing their annual consumer information update. From October 15 to December 7, consumers can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) or Medicare Advantage Plan. DMAB’s […]
Delaware Brings Private Paid Family Medical Leave Policies to Market
Captive | Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, September 19, 2024
Insurers approved to offer plans with benefits equal to or greater than the forthcoming state plan Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced today that the Department of Insurance has approved Delaware’s first private Paid Family Medical Leave plans. These filings, reviewed by independent actuaries and against state requirements, provide options for businesses who wish to purchase […]
Health Insurance Marketplace Data Released; Rates Finalized
Captive | Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | Date Posted: Monday, September 16, 2024
Filings and affordability standard reporting reviewed by Department, consumers continue to benefit from increased competition, Inflation Reduction Act, and 1332 Reinsurance Waiver After welcoming new entrants for two consecutive years, the Delaware Health Insurance Marketplace is experiencing stability in carriers, plans, and rates for the 2025 plan year. Consumers will choose from 45 plans offered […]
Improper Ambulance Service Payments Result in $363K Penalty Against Highmark
Captive | Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Navarro notes consumer reports spurred investigation Following a nearly years-long Market Conduct investigation, Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced today penalties against Highmark totaling $363,570 relating to improper volunteer ambulance company claims reimbursement. Investigations began after reports were received that payments were going to residents rather than directly to volunteer ambulance companies for payment of services. […]
Commissioner Navarro Launches Office of Long-Term Care Insurance
Captive | Captive Insurance | Insurance Commissioner | Date Posted: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Department of Insurance staff trained to aid residents Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro has announced the creation of an Office of Long-Term Care Insurance within the Department of Insurance. Comprised of existing staff, this team has received special training and engaged with industry experts regarding consumer advocacy and assistance in long-term care insurance matters. “Long-term care […]
