Consumers frequently ask us this question. Your agent or insurer should be able to provide you with an explanation other than “there was a g...
If you find yourself the subject of an insurance fraud investigation, the best thing to do is cooperate
Our consumer advocates respond to thousands of inquiries from Washington consumers each year. Sometimes, we hear from people who are the sub...
Medicare offers weight loss program
A new year has started and many of us have set weight loss as a goal. You may be thinking of looking into one of the many weight-loss progra...
There’s still time to get a health plan for 2016
Consumers have until Jan. 31 to sign up for a health plan for 2016 coverage. People who do not have a health plan for 2016 face a penalty on...
Wednesday is the deadline to get a health plan for Jan. 1
Consumers have until Dec. 23 to sign up for a health plan through Washington Health Benefit Exchange for coverage that begins on Jan. 1. The...
Is there a drone on your shopping list? You might want to talk to your agent or broker
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) estimates more than one million drones will be sold this holiday season. Everyone from photographe...
No health insurance for 2015 or 2016? You may be facing a tax penalty
If you can afford health insurance but you choose to not enroll in coverage for 2016, you may be required to pay a fee when you file your 2...