It's officially Spring! You might be getting your motorcycle ready for a ride, prepping your boat for it's first launch, or installing a new deck. With rising costs, last season's coverage may not fit the needs of this season's coverage. Now is a good time to talk to your insurance agent or company and review what insurance you have, what you are paying for it, and what changes to consider to get the protections that you need. To learn more about homeowners or renters insurance, visit our website here.
The Maryland Insurance Administration is always here as a resource for you.
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Maryland Flood Awareness Month
April showers bring May flowers, but April also brings Flood Awareness Month here in Maryland. Floods are the most common and costly natural hazard. Learn more and make sure you are protected, click here.
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Flood Tips
- Make sure that you clear any debris from gutters and downspouts to avoid an accumulation of water.
- Move furniture and valuables to a safe place, such as an attic or the highest floor of your home.
- Store all your important insurance documents in a safety deposit box or on the cloud.
- Elevate and anchor your critical utilities.
- Consider installing a water alarm and a sump pump.
For more flood tips and preparedness, click here. For Spanish content, click here en Español.
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Consumer Advisory:
Maryland-issued health insurance policies are not impacted by Braidwood Management, Inc. v. Becerra; preventative services, including PrEP, are still required to be covered. Read the advisory by clicking here.
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Spring Break?
Whether you're planning to travel by plane, train, or car -be prepared. Before you travel, read our Consumer Advisory on Travel Insurance to help answer any questions. Read it here: https://bit.ly/miatravel
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Get to Know Your Health Insurance Card
Learn "What to Ask When You Receive Your Health Insurance Card" with this interactive tool. Click here.
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Have you been denied insurance coverage for medically necessary care or emergency services? You can contact us 24/7, 365 days a year for immediate help for physical care as well as mental health and substance use disorder care.
Call us at 1-800-492-6116. For more information on our 24/7 services and how to get help for all health claim denials, visit our website and don't miss our latest episode of MIA Minutes.
MIA Minutes
Tune in to the MIA's second podcast: Medical Necessity and Emergency Appeals, featuring host Joe Sviatko, Communications Director, and Louis Butler, Director of Appeals & Grievance Unit.
Click here to watch.
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