TDI encourages insurers to use plain language
TDI has issued a bulletin to encourage insurers to use plain language in notices about long-term care rate changes and consumer communications. For help, see our 10 tips for clear letters.
Shedding light on medical costs
Need rotator cuff surgery and wondering what it’s going to cost? Our new website provides information on more than 200 of the most common surgeries, tests, and other procedures. You can search by ZIP code to get the average amount billed for a medical service and the average insurance payment.
Why you need flood insurance
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If you’re not sure about your flood risk, listen to what Texas meteorologists have to say. Then talk to your agent or visit our web resource page for more information.
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News and highlights
TDI cautions consumers: Monitor universal life policies
If you have a universal life insurance policy, make sure to check in with your agent every year. Low interest rates may mean you need to increase payments to maintain your coverage.
Agents: Are you keeping up with your CE?
Starting in June, you can't renew an agent or adjuster license until you complete your continuing education and pay any fines or fees that are due.
Help after Harvey
Visit our Help after Harvey page to learn how we can help you, tips for filing claims, what to do if your car is flooded, preventing contractor fraud, and more. We also have links to helpful disaster recovery resources and short videos.