Quick Tips: Storm Season
The Louisiana Department of Insurance is reminding policyholders to remain vigilant and informed as we approach the peak of hurricane season. It’s a good time to review your coverages with your insurance agent or company and stock up on supplies. Here are quick tips to prepare:
- Purchase flood insurance
- Update your home inventory list
- Save copies of your policies and your agent’s contact information
- Make an evacuation plan
The department has resources available to help you prepare for the impact of tropical weather and begin the claims process following the storm. Click here for additional information.
Medicare: Preparing for Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment will begin October 15 but now is the time for you to understand your options and the importance of protecting your personal information. Health plans and prescription drug coverage can change each year. Always confirm your health care provider and pharmacy will be in your plan’s network and your prescriptions will be covered. If you are considering changing plans, keep the following in mind:
- Do you have health insurance from another source?
- Do you have any chronic conditions?
- Which doctors and hospital do you use?
- Which prescriptions do you need and what pharmacy do you use?
Be on the lookout for scammers who try to defraud Medicare beneficiaries during open enrollment. Our counselors advise you to ignore unsolicited calls and contact SHIIP (1-800-259-5300) or Senior Medicare Patrol (877-272-8720) if you have questions about Medicare.
Careers in Insurance Program
Our Division of Diversity and Opportunity prepares students for a career in the insurance industry. The Careers in Insurance Program creates opportunities for students to explore internships and job shadowing. The division has adopted the InVest Program to further enhance efforts to educate students. InVest is a program offered through the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America to promote insurance literacy. To learn more about the division, click here.
Upcoming Events
Homeowners & La. Fortify Homes Program Presentation
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance & Ormond Estate Civic Association
Date: September 6
Time: 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Cypress Lake Country Club
10 Villere Dr., Destrehan
Homeowners 101: Knowing Your Policy
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance and the Louisiana Housing Corporation
Date: September 7
Time: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Virtual
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Community Leadership Summit 2023
Date: September 7
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Baton Rouge Community College, Mid City Campus - Magnolia Theater
201 Community College Dr., Baton Rouge
La. Fortify Homes Program Presentation
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance & Fontainebleu Improvement Association
Date: September 12
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: St. Rita Catholic Church
2729 Lowerline St., New Orleans
Homeowners 101
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance & Southwest Louisiana Association of Realtors
Date: September 14
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: 791 Easy Bayou Pines Dr., Lake Charles
Homeowners & La. Fortify Homes Program Presentation
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance & Lakeview Civic Improvement Association
Date: September 16
Time: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Location: Hynes Charter School
990 Harrison Ave., New Orleans
Homeowners 101
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance & Opelousas Elderly Affairs
Date: September 20
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Scott Event Center
110 Lions Club Road, Scott
La. Fortify Homes Program Presentation
Date: September 20
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Dillard University Professional Schools Building
Georges Auditorium
2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans
Town Hall Meeting
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance, State Rep. Alonzo Knox - District 93
Date: September 25
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Dryades YMCA
2220 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans
Town Hall Meeting
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance, State Rep. Alonzo Knox - District 93
Date: September 26
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: TBD
Homeowners 101: Knowing Your Policy
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance and the Louisiana Housing Corporation
Date: September 28
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Register
Town Hall Meeting
Who: Louisiana Department of Insurance, State Rep. Alonzo Knox - District 93
Date: September 28
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: TBD
View Louisiana's Open Meetings Law on the legislative website by clicking here.
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