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2026 Medicare Accountable Care Organization Initiatives Participation Highlights
Starting January 2026, more Medicare beneficiaries will receive care through Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), increasing from 13.7 million to 14.3 million. ACOs are groups of healthcare providers that work together to deliver better coordinated care, which helps improve health outcomes and red...
Money in Your Pockets: Governor Hochul Highlights Proposals to Bring Down Costs of Auto Insurance Rates and Tackle Fraudulent Claims
Governor Hochul has announced new proposals aimed at reducing auto insurance rates and addressing fraudulent claims. These changes will impact drivers and insurance companies in New York. Agents should stay informed about these proposals as they may affect pricing and claims processes in the near fu...
Statement by DFS Acting Superintendent Kaitlin Asrow at the Joint Legislative Public Hearing on FY 2027 Executive Budget - Health
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has announced changes in the health budget for the fiscal year 2027. This affects all health insurance providers and stakeholders in the industry. Agents should review the new budget details and understand how these changes may impact their operations and c...
CMS Proposes Regulations to Lower Health Care Costs, Expand Consumer Choice, and Protect Taxpayers
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed new rules aimed at lowering health care costs and improving choices for consumers. These changes will affect health insurance agents and brokers by tightening regulations to prevent fraud and ensure that taxpayer-funded subsidies are us...
State Comptroller DiNapoli and DFS Acting Superintendent Kaitlin Asrow Designate New Banking Development District to Support Community Banking in the Butternut Valley
The State Comptroller and the Acting Superintendent of Financial Services have announced a new Banking Development District in the Butternut Valley. This district is aimed at promoting and supporting community banking in the area. Insurance agents should be aware of this development as it may impact...
CMS Strengthens Patient Protections and Accountability in Organ Donation System
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced new guidelines to improve the organ donation process, ensuring that patients and their families receive respectful and compassionate care. These guidelines clarify that hospitals must provide full medical treatment to all patients, re...
Trump Administration Prioritizes Affordability by Announcing Major Crackdown on Health Care Fraud
The Trump Administration has announced new measures to combat fraud in Medicare and Medicaid, which will affect healthcare providers and suppliers. Key actions include delaying $259.5 million in federal Medicaid funding for Minnesota due to questionable claims and a nationwide pause on new Medicare ...
Medicare.gov Enhanced Log In
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced new login options for Medicare.gov that enhance security for users. People with Medicare can now create an account or verify their identity using services like ID.me, CLEAR®, and Login.gov, which provide extra protection against fraud...
Acting Superintendent Kaitlin Asrow Announces Jericho Share to Cease Operations in New York for Selling Unlicensed Health Insurance Plans
Jericho Share, a company selling health insurance plans, has been ordered to stop its operations in New York because it was selling these plans without a proper license. This affects anyone who may have purchased health insurance from Jericho Share in New York. Agents should ensure their clients are...
Lower Costs, Better Transit: Governor Hochul Announces that Auto Insurance Reform Would Save MTA Nearly $50 Million Annually
Governor Hochul has announced a new auto insurance reform that is expected to save the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) about $50 million each year. This change will help reduce costs for the MTA, which can improve public transit services. Insurance agents should stay informed about these...
CMS to Lower Drug Costs and Improve Care by Extending Deadline for GENEROUS Model Application
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has extended the application deadline for drug manufacturers to join the GENEROUS Model, which aims to reduce drug costs in Medicaid and improve healthcare access. The new deadline is now April 30, 2026, giving manufacturers more time to apply. This...
CMS Announces Manufacturer Participation in Third Cycle of Medicare Drug Price Negotiation
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced that drug companies are participating in the third round of negotiations for Medicare drug prices. This affects 15 specific high-cost drugs that are covered under Medicare Part B and Part D. These negotiations aim to lower the prices o...
News Release‘McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act’ Reaffirms State-Based Insurance RegulationJan. 16, 2026
The McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act has been introduced, which confirms that states will continue to be the main regulators of insurance in the U.S. This new law eliminates the Federal Insurance Office, which was created in 2010, and establishes a new position called the U.S. Insurance Representat...
News ReleaseNAIC Releases 2022/2023 Auto Insurance Database ReportFeb. 13, 2026
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has published the 2022/2023 Auto Insurance Database Report, which provides updated information on auto insurance costs across the U.S. The report shows that the average premium for auto insurance increased by 14.42% from 2022 to 2023, reachi...
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Formerly licensed Orange County insurance agent arraigned on grand theft and embezzlement charges
Andre De Gazon, a former insurance agent from Bellflower, has been charged with grand theft and embezzlement after allegedly stealing over $100,000 in insurance premiums from clients. He failed to forward these payments to the insurance companies, putting his clients at risk of losing their coverage...
Fall National MeetingNAIC President Honors Two NAIC Members with 2025 Farmer Award for Exceptional LeadershipDec. 10, 2025
At the NAIC's 2025 Fall National Meeting, two insurance leaders were honored with the Raymond G. Farmer Award for Exceptional Leadership. North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread presented the award to Judith L. French, Director of the Ohio Department of Insurance, and Nathan Houdek, Wiscons...
News Release2026 NAIC Committee Leaders Will Advance Work on Key IssuesJan. 13, 2026
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has announced its leadership for 2026, focusing on key issues that impact the insurance industry. This includes efforts to improve consumer protections, market stability, and innovation. The new committee leaders, chosen for their diverse sk...