Medicare open enrollment has begun, and Mississippi officials are urging residents to be cautious of scams.
Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney said, "Some out-of-state agents may use illegal tactics to sign up customers and collect multiple commissions."
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“To put it simply, the agents lied on their applications,” Chaney said. “The cases were scheduled for hearings on October 15, 2026. However, none of the agents showed up to defend themselves, and the licenses were revoked immediately.”
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ICYMI: MID presented the first two homeowners with a certificate for their FORTIFIED roofs last week. wlox.com/2026/10/16/two-coas…
Open enrollment for Health Insurance Marketplace (Marketplace) plans runs from Nov. 1, 2026, through Jan. 15, 2027.
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Homeowners and business insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage, which is why some people buy earthquake insurance policies. ow.ly/XOy250ZFiFP
📰In the news: Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney encourages consumers and businesses to understand their cyber risks and how they can protect themselves.
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Keep your personal data safe by taking these steps: content.naic.org/article/how…
October is Fire Prevention Month! 🔥🚒 Protect your loved ones and your home by staying informed. wjtv.com/news/local-news/fir…
While it may be too late to add coverage this time around, understanding existing coverage and having policy information on hand will make the claims process easier, if you see damage.
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Check out the latest edition of the MID Quarterly Newsletter. conta.cc/4hbKFdK
MID staff attended the NAIC Insurance Summit in Kansas City this week, learning about the latest insurance topics and meeting with colleagues from other states.
ICYMI: The Mississippi Insurance Department Fire Services Division distributed an estimated $23 million in FY26 Fire Rebate Funds to support fire protection services across Mississippi during the month of August.
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📸MID Life and Health Director Bob Williams spoke to a community group at Drew Baptist Church. It was a great potluck lunch followed by a presentation on Medicare Supplements. Thank you for having us!
Even though cool temperatures may still be a few weeks away, the fall season is here. Prepare now to avoid fire hazards.
Schedule fireplace cleanings, check and replace smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers as needed.
Every year, millions of dollars in life insurance benefits remain unclaimed. The NAIC Life Insurance Policy Locator helps to connect consumers with their deceased loved ones’ life insurance policies and annuity contracts: content.naic.org/article/lea…
You may hear the term “1332 waiver” when talking about health insurance and the Affordable Care Act. But what does it actually mean? Deputy Comm. David Browning and Comm. Mike Chaney visited SuperTalk on Monday to explain.
Commissioner Mike Chaney & Deputy Commissioner David Browning stop by the SuperTalk Studio to detail how to get more Mississippians health insurance. Watch the full episode here: youtube.com/watch?v=JIOthpFQ…








