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NASHVILLE — Over $7.4 million in claim amounts of life insurance benefits or annuities have been located for Tennesseans so far in 2020 via the Life Insurance Policy Locator Service, a free online tool available through the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).

NASHVILLE — Ahead of the start of the Open Enrollment period (Nov. 1 — Dec. 15) for 2021, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) advises consumers to be on the lookout for rebate checks from two insurance carriers that will be hitting consumers’ mailboxes throughout the month of September.

NASHVILLE — Disaster can happen anytime, anywhere and take many forms including severe weather, fire, flooding or earthquakes. In 2020, Tennesseans have faced peril from numerous events including multiple tornadoes, the spread of the COVID-19 virus and a derecho wind event, among other challenges. Earlier this week, residents across Middle Tennessee evacuated their homes as they raced to escape flash flooding.

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) joins other state insurance regulators in recognizing September as National Life Insurance Awareness Month and reminds consumers that a life insurance policy can help families protect their futures and ease financial burdens.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) announces the approval of proposed insurance rates requested by six health insurance carriers offering coverage on the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) in 2021.

NASHVILLE — Tennessee consumers have enhanced consumer protections such as requirements that emergency call takers have cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training as well as stronger laws prohibiting traffic citation quotas and falsifying insurance documents as part of new legislation enacted earlier this year by the Tennessee General Assembly.

NASHVILLE — As the final days of summer approach, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) reminds Tennesseans that there’s never been a better time than today to renew their commitment to safety.

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) announces that Joshua Clark joins TDCI as the new Director of Business Development for the Insurance Division. Clark brings a variety of diverse experience from the insurance industry to the role. As the Director of Business Development for the Insurance Division, Clark will focus on expanding the use of captives as a risk management solution for businesses.

NASHVILLE — Life insurance benefits totaling $5,546,340 have been located for Tennesseans so far in 2020 through a life insurance claims return tool offered by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) in collaboration with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI).

NASHVILLE — During the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office urges Tennesseans to consider the financial and physical risks that can arise from a fireworks-related mishap.

NASHVILLE — In an ongoing effort to protect Tennessee consumers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is alerting Tennesseans about national and state reports of fraud being perpetrated by scammers via bogus COVID-19 testing sites and phony telemedicine treatments.

NASHVILLE – In honor of National Insurance Awareness Day (Sunday, June 28), the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) reminds Tennesseans of the importance of conducting an annual review of their insurance policies and assess their risks to ensure their coverages fit their current needs.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) announces that nationally recognized captive insurance executive and global leader Belinda Fortman will join TDCI as Captive Insurance Section Director.

NASHVILLE — Tennessee consumers have been repaid over $2.2 million so far in 2020 through the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) mediation efforts that resulted in denied claims being overturned for policyholders.

NASHVILLE — The arrival of summer means hot days, long afternoons, and time spent with family and friends boating, camping, and cooking out. However, the COVID-19 pandemic, recent severe weather across Tennessee, and the ongoing economic recovery have created new challenges and risks for Tennesseans this summer.