Recent News Releases
Richfield insurance agent convicted of insurance fraud; receives 10-year sentence
Charlotte Sheppard of Richfield, Idaho was convicted of two felony counts of insurance fraud, for stealing clients’ insurance premium to pay her personal and business bills and obligations. Sheppard was sentenced to the Idaho Department of Corrections for 10 years, with five years fixed and five years indeterminate.
DOI Announces Options for Medicare Eligible Idahoans Losing Medicaid
The Public Health Emergency permitted Idaho consumers who would have qualified for Medicare to remain enrolled in Medicaid. Consequently, some eligible consumers may have missed the guaranteed issue period for obtaining a Medicare Supplement plan in Idaho.
DOI Director Receives NCOIL Regulatory Leadership Award
Idaho Department of Insurance Director Dean L. Cameron received the National Council of Insurance Legislators’ 2022 Regulatory Leadership Award during the 2023 NCOIL Spring Meeting. This is only the second time this recognition has been awarded.
Meridian agent convicted of forging life insurance policies
Kyle Blaine Swallow of Meridian pled guilty and has been convicted of one count of insurance fraud, a felony, for completing and submitting forged life insurance applications to gain a commission while he was an insurance producer.
Serial Arsonist Pleads Guilty
Ryan N. Greene of Priest River, Idaho pled guilty to six counts of third-degree felony arson on February 16, 2023. Greene was sentenced to concurrent five years of prison for each charge and five years indeterminate.
DOI Director Shares Health Insurance Tips for Consumers
On Friday, October 14, 2022, Idaho Department of Insurance Director and National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) President Dean L. Cameron talked to nearly 30 TV and radio stations as he shared important information for consumers nationwide on the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, surprise billing protections, questions to ask before switching or signing up for a health plan, how to navigate increased plan marketing, and more.
Idaho’s individual health insurance choices increase, rates decrease for 2023
Final 2022 premium rates for individual and small group health insurance plans were published by the Idaho Department of Insurance on the Department website at doi.idaho.gov/idaho-rate-review.
Medicare Open Enrollment Begins October 15
The Idaho Department of Insurance and Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) encourage consumers eligible for Medicare to review their plan options and costs during this year’s open enrollment.
State Fire Marshal: Candle Wax, Flames and Water Don’t Mix
As the holidays approach, the Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office is warning Idahoans against using water to douse candle fires.
2021 News Releases
New Rules and Options for Medicare Supplement Policy Holders
The Dept. of Insurance publishes temporary Medicare Supplement rule, offers webinar.
Idaho’s Workers’ compensation rates decreasing 7% for 2022
The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently submitted their annual rate recommendation.
Health insurance rates for 2022 will be available to the public October 1
Final 2022 premium rates for individual and small group health insurance plans will be published by the Idaho Department of Insurance on October 1.
Nampa Man Pleads Guilty to Insurance Fraud
Christopher Katsikaris of Nampa was sentenced to two years of supervised probation and a $500 fine yesterday after being convicted of one count of insurance fraud.
The Idaho Department of Insurance Launches Modern, User-friendly Website
The Department of Insurance (DOI) launched a modern, user-friendly website today designed to help Idahoans find the information they need.
Insurance Agent’s License Revoked After Multiple Violations
The insurance producer license of Daniel Van Patten was revoked effective July 27, 2021, after committing several violations including making financial advisements without obtaining proper licensing.
DOI publishes preliminary health insurance rates for 2022
The Idaho Department of Insurance (DOI) received preliminary health insurance premium rates from health insurance carriers for plans sold starting January 2022.
Idaho DOI Receives Governor’s Award for Rules Reduction
The DOI was honored by Governor Little at his Rules Reduction Awards Ceremony this week, in recognition of the agency’s efforts to streamline its rules in accordance with Little’s Zero-Based Regulation order.
Notice of Intent to Adopt Order Revising Export List for Surplus Lines Insurance
The Idaho Department of Insurance (DOI) issued an intent to adopt an Order with a revised export list, which determines what types of insurance coverage can be acquired through surplus lines insurance brokers.