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Published on November 15, 2021 - 13:37 GMT

Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance recommends a significant decrease in workers’ compensation loss costs for 2022

Jefferson City, Mo – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance is recommending a 7.7 percent decrease in workers’ compensation insurance loss costs for 2022. This marks the largest overall decrease since 2009. “Recommended loss costs are decreasing …

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Published on November 1, 2021 - 14:51 GMT

Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance releases final individual health insurance rates for plan year 2022

Jefferson City, Mo. – Chlora Lindley-Myers, the director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, announced the release of final health insurance rates for the individual market in 2022 for the State of Missouri. “The health insurance market …

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Published on October 28, 2021 - 16:14 GMT

Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance participating in resource centers to assist consumers with insurance needs after ...

Consumer insurance specialists from the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) will be at Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARC) in Madison and St. Francois Counties next week to provide assistance to residents affected by recent tornadoes. …

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Published on October 15, 2021 - 13:04 GMT

The “Great Central U.S. Shakeout” is a timely reminder for Missourians to think about their readiness to recover

As thousands of Missourians get ready to participate in the 2021 Great Central U.S. ShakeOut on October 21, the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance encourages consumers to consider their plan for financial recovery if a major earthquake event …

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Published on October 13, 2021 - 12:27 GMT

Medicare Open Enrollment provides Missourians with Medicare an opportunity to choose a plan that best meets their needs

Jefferson City, Mo – The Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance is encouraging consumers who are eligible for Medicare to review their plan options and costs during this year's open enrollment. The open enrollment period, which runs Oct. 15 …

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Published on August 26, 2021 - 14:28 GMT

New bills signed into law impact Missouri insurance producers

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Several new bills, recently signed into law by Governor Parson, revise provisions for producer license renewals and provide opportunities toward continuing education credits for insurance professionals. Senate Bill 6 includes a …

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Published on July 30, 2021 - 16:28 GMT

Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance releases proposed health insurance rates for 2022

Jefferson City, Mo. – Chlora Lindley-Myers, the director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, announced the release of proposed health insurance rates for the individual market in 2022 for the State of Missouri. “The health insurance …

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Published on July 12, 2021 - 18:41 GMT

Residences covered by earthquake insurance in highest risk areas of Missouri drops to a historic low of 12.7 percent

The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) has issued a new Earthquake Insurance Market Report that shows earthquake coverage in the highest risk areas of the New Madrid fault area of the state have hit historic lows. In the six-county New …

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Published on July 6, 2021 - 14:54 GMT

Komo joins Department of Commerce & Insurance in captive manager role

Jefferson City, MO – Martin “Sam” Komo joined the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance as the new captive manager on July 2, 2021. As captive manager, Komo serves Missourians by acting as the primary contact as it relates to captive insurance in …

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Published on June 14, 2021 - 15:55 GMT

Severe weather causes continued rise in homeowners insurance premiums

Jefferson City, MO – Severe weather trends in the Show-Me State have resulted in the continued rise in insurance premiums as consumers shop for homes during an unusually hot real estate market. A recent report issued by the Missouri Department of Commerce …

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Published on June 10, 2021 - 15:37 GMT

Medicare Virtual Fair to be held June 23rd

Jefferson City, MO – Are you turning 65, retiring, or becoming eligible for Medicare because of a disability? If so, there is an excellent opportunity for you to participate in the free Medicare Virtual Fair on June 23rd from the comfort of your home or …

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Published on May 19, 2021 - 13:44 GMT

Lindley-Myers Confers with Missouri Congressional Delegation

Jefferson City, MO — Chlora Lindley-Myers, director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance joined 38 colleagues from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) to participate in a virtual fly-in from May17-19. Chief state …

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Published on March 31, 2021 - 21:57 GMT

DCI offers tips to avoid Distracted Driving

Jefferson City, Mo. – April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance is taking the time to bring attention to this important issue with a public information campaign. Distracted driving is the cause of …

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Published on March 17, 2021 - 19:40 GMT

Free roof insurance coverage tool available for Missourians

Missouri’s unpredictable severe weather makes it critical for homeowners to better understand a key component of their homeowners policies—roof insurance. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) created a free and unbiased online tool about …

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Published on March 10, 2021 - 18:07 GMT

Health Insurance Special Enrollment Period Open

Jefferson City, Mo – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) wants to make Missourians aware of a Special Enrollment Period in response to the public health emergency which will allow consumers to purchase new individual health coverage or …

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Published on March 2, 2021 - 03:59 GMT

Review your insurance coverage before severe weather arrives

Jefferson City, Mo – Now is the best time to take action to prepare for Missouri’s severe weather season. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance wants consumers to know there are essential steps they can take now to ensure they have peace of …

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Published on February 18, 2021 - 22:05 GMT

Over $23 million returned to Missouri consumers with the assistance of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance

Jefferson City, Mo. – Missouri consumers received an additional $23.9 million from their insurance companies in 2020, thanks to the dedicated work of the department’s Consumer Affairs Division and Market Regulation Division. “One of our primary …

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Published on January 29, 2021 - 15:04 GMT

New Madrid fault area of Missouri continues to face uncertain recovery if a major earthquake strikes

As we recognize Earthquake Awareness Month in February, the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) continues to caution consumers about some sobering facts regarding the state’s insurance market readiness to recover following a high magnitude …

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Published on December 11, 2020 - 22:42 GMT

Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance recommends increase in workers’ compensation rates for 2021

Jefferson City, Mo – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance is recommending a 1.0 percent increase in workers’ compensation insurance loss costs for 2021. This marks the first time in six years that average workers’ compensation rates will …

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Published on December 11, 2020 - 22:42 GMT

Candidates for Missouri insurance producer licenses can now take their examinations online

Jefferson City - The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, in partnership with Pearson VUE, will begin offering online proctored insurance producer examinations on November 17, 2020. While on-site testing facilities will remain an important option …

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