AR Insurance News

Arkansas DOI Warns of Medicare Urinary Catheter Billing Scam

The Arkansas Insurance Department issued a scam alert regarding scammers billing Medicare for unneeded urinary catheters. The alert highlights a significant increase in complaints since May 2023 and advises beneficiaries to regularly check their Medicare statements for fraudulent charges.

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week 2024 Guidance

The Arkansas Department of Insurance is promoting Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, June 3-9, 2024. The notice provides tips for Medicare beneficiaries to prevent fraud, identify warning signs, and report suspicious activity to the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP).

Arkansas Insurance Dept Penalizes PBMs for Law Violations

The Arkansas Insurance Department has issued notices of penalties and hearings against four major pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for alleged violations of state law regarding pharmacy payment rates. The department is seeking up to $1.47 million in fines for payments made below national average drug acquisition costs.

Arkansas Medicare Fraud Prevention Week

The Arkansas Insurance Department's Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is highlighting Medicare Fraud Prevention Week from June 2-8, 2025. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the estimated $60 billion lost annually to Medicare fraud and empower beneficiaries to identify and report fraudulent activities.

Arkansas Insurance Day Event Announced

The Arkansas Insurance Department will host the second annual Arkansas Insurance Day (I-Day) on September 23, 2025, in Little Rock. The event aims to bring together industry professionals, legislators, and regulators for informative sessions and networking, offering continuing education credits.