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Delaware Department of Insurance Press Releases

143 Press Releases
  • Published on September 6, 2019 - 18:54 GMT

    Delaware Named as Asia Captive Awards Finalist

      September 3, 2019 Delaware is a finalist for non-Asian domicile of the year.  Captive Review magazine released the shortlists for the 2019 Asia Captive Awards for both captive insurance domiciles in Asia and non-Asian domiciles having a significant …

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  • Published on August 20, 2019 - 18:24 GMT

    Delaware Receives Federal Approval to Establish Reinsurance Program for 2020

    On June 20, Gov. John Carney signed enabling legislation (House Bill 193) moving Delaware a step closer to a reinsurance program beginning in 2020. NEW CASTLE (Aug. 20, 2019) – The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) received approval today …

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  • Published on August 14, 2019 - 13:52 GMT

    Clarifications on Medigap

    August 13, 2019  – The Delaware Department of Insurance has received inquiries from Medicare eligible citizens concerning  misunderstandings or misinformation they’ve received from some insurance agents and brokers regarding the Medicare Access and CHIP …

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  • Published on August 14, 2019 - 13:50 GMT

    Woman indicted for $16,000 of fraudulent insurance claims

    Dover, DE   August 8, 2019 — A Wilmington woman was indicted by the New Castle County Grand Jury for insurance fraud and other felony charges. Theresa T. Milton, 44, of the 900 block of Clayton Street, was indicted on seven felony counts of insurance fraud …

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  • Published on August 1, 2019 - 18:31 GMT

    Insurance Data Security Act Signed into Law

    On Wednesday, July 31, 2019, Governor John C. Carney, Jr., signed House Bill 174 (“HB 174”) into law. Titled the Delaware Insurance Data Security Act, this law is based on an NAIC Model Act, which establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework requiring …

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  • Published on July 10, 2019 - 11:21 GMT

    Former Sussex County Doctor Indicted for Insurance Fraud

    Dover, DE  – Dr. Jean Vertus Laine, 42, formerly of Peoples Wellness Center, 556 South DuPont Highway, Milford Delaware, was indicted on Monday, July 8th, 2019 by a Sussex County Grand Jury, following an investigation by the DOI Fraud Prevention Unit. The …

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  • Published on July 2, 2019 - 13:11 GMT

    Health Insurance Rates Decrease 5.8%

    July 1, 2019  Dover, DE—Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware (Highmark BCBS) has submitted its required annual rate filing to the Delaware Department of Insurance. After years of substantial increases, Delaware’s Marketplace has stabilized and …

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  • Published on June 26, 2019 - 19:58 GMT

    Data Breach – 95,000 Delawareans Impacted

    June 26, 2019 DOVER, DE – The Delaware Department of Insurance recently received notice of a data security breach suffered by Dominion National, an insurer and administrator of dental and vision benefits. On April 24, 2019, through its investigation of an …

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  • Published on June 14, 2019 - 16:40 GMT

    Sussex County Woman Arrested for Insurance Fraud

     Sussex County Woman Arrested for Insurance Fraud June 14, 2019 DOVER, DE – Arlene Belfield, 51, of Lincoln DE, was arrested on Thursday, June 13th, 2019 by Capital Police, following an investigation by the Delaware Department of Insurance Fraud Prevention …

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  • Published on June 5, 2019 - 15:03 GMT

    Public Comment Period Open for Delaware 1332 State Innovation Waiver

    June 5, 2019 DOVER, DE –Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced that the Delaware Department of Insurance has posted Delaware’s 1332 Waiver Application (the “Application”) for public comment. The period during which members of the public …

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  • Published on April 15, 2019 - 18:04 GMT

    Steve Kinion named to Captive Review Power 50

    Dover, DE –  For the eighth year in a row, Delaware’s captive insurance director, Steve Kinion, has been named to Captive Review’s Power 50.  The Power 50 represents the fifty most powerful and influential individuals in today’s global captive insurance …

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  • Published on April 15, 2019 - 17:18 GMT

    How to Report Storm Damage in Delaware

    Dover, DE – Monday, April 15, 2019,  With the aftermath of Delaware’s first spring storm now starting, here are some things to help you with storm damage to your property. Ensure everyone is safe and it is safe to enter the area Contact your insurance …

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  • Published on January 28, 2019 - 16:11 GMT

    Third-Party Data Security Breach Affects Approximately 650 Delawareans

    Dover, DE –On October 11, 2018, BenefitMall, a third-party administrator for health insurance companies, experienced a data breach. Five companies in Delaware and approximately 650 of their consumers were impacted by this breach. If you have health …

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  • Published on January 23, 2019 - 17:11 GMT

    Delaware Licenses 46 Captive Insurers in Challenging Environment

    DOVER, DE—Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro today announced the formation of 46 captive insurers in Delaware in 2018. Commissioner Navarro stated, “Captive insurance formations faced a number of challenges in 2018, due to recent changes in tax law. …

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  • Published on December 21, 2018 - 19:43 GMT

    Delaware Insurance Department Approves Genworth Acquisition by China Oceanwide

    Dover, DE — Trinidad Navarro, Insurance Commissioner of the State of Delaware gave final regulatory approval today to the Form A Application (the “Application”) of China Oceanwide Holdings Group Co. Ltd and certain of its affiliates (“China Oceanwide”) to …

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  • Published on December 13, 2018 - 19:31 GMT

    Dec. 15 Is the Last Day to Sign up for 2019 Coverage on Delaware’s Health Insurance Marketplace

    DHSS Secretary Kara Odom Walker NEW CASTLE (Dec. 13, 2018) – Delawareans have just days left to sign up for or to change their health coverage for 2019 through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Open enrollment ends on Dec. 15, with coverage for those who …

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  • Published on November 8, 2018 - 16:21 GMT

    Delaware Insurance Department Notices Genworth Hearing

    Dover, DE – The Delaware Department of Insurance (the “Department”) has announced that a public hearing will be conducted on Wednesday, November 28, 2018, at 9:00 a.m. concerning the Form A Application of China Oceanwide Holdings Group Co. Ltd. and certain …

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  • Published on October 30, 2018 - 20:23 GMT

    Open Enrollment Starts Thursday for Delaware’s Health Insurance Marketplace

    With shortened enrollment period and fewer assisters, Delawareans urged to sign up early on HealthCare.gov to see if they’re eligible for financial help NEW CASTLE (Oct. 30, 2018) – With the open enrollment period for Delaware’s Health Insurance …

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  • Published on October 22, 2018 - 15:26 GMT

    Workers’ Compensation Rates Drop Second Year in a Row in Delaware

    DOVER, DE – Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro is pleased to announce that there will be a decrease in workers’ compensation insurance rates, effective December 1, 2018. “I am delighted to approve yet another decrease in workers’ compensation …

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  • Published on September 13, 2018 - 11:22 GMT

    Now is a Good Time to Review Your Insurance Policies

    Dover, DE – Thursday, September 13, 2018 –  With the East Coast’s first major storm of the hurricane season bearing down on us, now would be a good time review your insurance policies. Bolster the sense of security provided by your homeowners insurance by …

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