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Prudential Financial, Inc. announced today that it has obtained the approval of the Chilean Superintendence of Pensions for its previously announced proposed acquisition of an indirect ownership interest in Administradora de Fondos de Pensiones Habitat S.A., a leading provider of retirement services in Chile that trades under the symbol HABITAT CI on…

eSignLive, the e-signature choice for business, announced today that ISCS, a leading provider of software and services to the P&C insurance industry, has integrated eSignLive into its offerings. “Electronic signatures are a new strategic capability for ISCS, one we are adding as part of our commitment to our customers’ success, giving them the capabilities…

Invest for Health, an inaugural health care event, will take place during the SXSW Interactive Festival on March 14 at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas. Presented by Ascension Ventures, athenahealth, and Cambia Health Solutions, Invest for Health will bring together entrepreneurs, heath care executives, and venture capitalists to discuss some of health care’s…

NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2016/ PRNewswire-USNewswire/– As millions dig out from one of the heaviest snowfalls ever to hit the eastern United States, many may have questions about the claims filing process, according to the Insurance Information Institute. In the event of storm related damage, contact your insurance professional as soon as possible.

The Flood Insurance Agency’s Private Market Flood™ announces option to purchase two-year or three-year prepaid policies to lock in current premiums and avoid annual rate increases. FEMA’s total policy count has decreased from 5,620,017 policies to just 5,091,608 as of November 2015. Evan Hecht, CEO of TFIA, said: “Consumers should be proactive, far in advance…

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News– According to news reporting originating from Washington, D.C., by VerticalNews journalists, a trademark application has been made for “PRECISE LIFE” by Angela S. Michelini, representing Lincoln National Life Insurance. The owner/registrar information for this application is: Angela S. Michelini,…

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News– ANN ARBOR, Mich.- The annual data report from the United States Renal Data System reveals both positive and negative trends in kidney disease in the U.S.. “Overall trends for end-stage kidney disease are promising for those affected,” says Rajiv Saran, M.D., professor of internal medicine at U-M Health…

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News– According to news reporting originating from Washington, D.C., by VerticalNews journalists, a trademark application has been made for “AIG AVIATION” by Elizabeth Pearce, representing American International Group. The owner/registrar information for this application is: Elizabeth Pearce,…

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News– According to news reporting originating from Washington, D.C., by VerticalNews journalists, a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing by Torchmark Corp. was posted on January 14, 2016. The SEC file number is 0000320335-16-000050.. A U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing is a formal…

Recent Findings in Risk Management Described by Researchers from Indiana University. By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News– Investigators publish new report on Risk Management. Our news journalists obtained a quote from the research from Indiana University, “In addition, this study examined the stability of these motivations over a…

Jan. 28– In an $8.5 million court settlement, a Brainerd doctor and clinic have admitted that they negligently provided methadone to a patient who injected the potent medication and caused a car wreck on the drive home that killed two people. Nevertheless, the families of the victims, Carlton County road workers Zachary Gamache and Mitchell Lingren, feel a sense…

Jan. 28– A northwestern Minnesota woman is suing her employer, Essentia Health, and her medical insurance provider, HealthPartners, alleging that her 17- year-old was denied coverage for medication and surgery to help him transition from a female to a male. The suit filed in federal court in St. Paul by Brittany Tovar, who works as a family nurse practitioner for…

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News– According to news reporting originating from Washington, D.C., by VerticalNews journalists, a trademark application has been made for “LIFESOLUTIONS” by Dorothy von Hollen, representing Prudential Insurance Company. The owner/registrar information for this application is: Dorothy von Hollen,…

According to news originating from Atlanta, Georgia, by NewsRx correspondents, research stated, “To examine the effect of Medicaid expansions on health insurance coverage and access to care among low-income adults with behavioral health conditions. Our news journalists obtained a quote from the research from Emory University, “A quasi-experimental…

Jan. 28– Before his wife had an outpatient medical procedure, Robert Laubscher made sure the facility accepted their insurance. “If you’re going to say you take Blue Cross/ Blue Shield, make sure everybody in here accepts it.” The Pennsylvania Insurance Department said last week it wants legislation to address situations such as what happened to Laubscher.

Jan. 28– FOR a sense of the inconvenience women sometimes face trying to access basic health care in this country, look up comedian Amy Schumer’s birth-control skit for her Comedy Central show. Here in Washington, half of all pregnancies are unintended. HB 2465 and its companion bill in the Senate, SB 6369, would ensure that women are able to receive up to a 12- month…

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Managed Care Weekly Digest– Avera Health Plans’ new pharmacy benefit manager, RxAdvance, announced record-time implementation of comprehensive, innovative PBM services for the insurer’s members. The “go-live” occurred on January 1, less than two months after signing the contract. “Our experience during the…