NE Insurance News

Nebraska Law on Reporting Fake Auto Insurance ID Cards

Nebraska has enacted a law clarifying requirements for auto insurance ID cards and outlining penalties for manufacturing or possessing fake documents. The state Department of Insurance provides guidance on identifying fraudulent cards and reporting suspected insurance fraud.

Association Scam: How it Works

This notice describes a scam where fake associations sell cheap health policies with limited coverage that do not pay claims. Consumers are targeted by telemarketers and end up paying for medical bills that should have been covered.

Appealing Denied Health Insurance Claims

This guidance outlines the two-stage process for appealing denied health insurance claims in Nebraska: internal appeals and external reviews. It details the steps required for filing an internal appeal, including necessary documentation and timelines, and specifies which types of health plans are excluded from these procedures.

Nebraska Suspends Remote Insurance Agent Testing

The Nebraska Department of Insurance has issued new guidance suspending remote testing for insurance agent licensing. Effective immediately, all insurance producer examinations must be conducted at physical testing sites across Nebraska and other designated PSI locations nationwide. This change impacts prospective and current insurance producers seeking licensure.

Nebraska Notice on Medicare Advantage Plan Sales by Consultants

The Nebraska Department of Insurance has issued a notice allowing insurance consultants to sell Medicare Advantage plans, provided they comply with state statutes and CMS marketing rules. This change is in response to reduced commissions for insurance producers.