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South Dakota Issues Guidance on PBM Compliance with Discount Medical Plan Organizations

SD| The South Dakota Division of Insurance issued Bulletin 25-03 to clarify compliance requirements for Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) when working with Discount Medical Plan Organizations (DMPOs) in processing prescription drug claims. The bulletin distinguishes between scenarios where DMPOs are used independently by patients (not subject to SDCL Ch. 58-29E) and situations where PBMs integrate […]

California Insurance Commissioner Issues Annual Assessment Schedule for Long-Term Care Insurers

CA| The California Insurance Commissioner issued Bulletin 2025-9 announces the annual Principle-Based Reserving (PBR) assessment for insurers licensed to sell long-term care insurance in California for Fiscal Year 2024-25. Under California Insurance Code section 1067.11(4)(j), the Department of Insurance will collect a total of $1,433,000 in annual aggregate assessments to cover the costs of PBR […]

California Issues New Fiscal Year PBR Assessment Tiers for Licensed Life Insurance Companies

CA| Bulletin 2025-8, from the California Department of Insurance, announces the annual Principle-Based Reserving (PBR) assessment for life insurance companies licensed in California for Fiscal Year 2024-25, as authorized by California Insurance Code section 10489.992. The total statewide assessment for the year is set at $3,188,000, to be apportioned among companies based on their gross […]

Oregon DMV Launches 24/7 Online Collision Report Service for Drivers

OR| Oregon DFR Sends notice to Insurers that the Oregon DMV has launched a new online collision report service via DMV2U, allowing drivers to electronically submit collision reports (formerly known as accident or crash reports) using any internet-enabled device. This user-friendly, secure service is available 24/7, provides real-time submission with email confirmation, and allows users […]

Oregon Issues Updated Guidance for Insurance Policy and Rate Filings

OR| The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation Bulletin 2025-05 provides updated guidance for all entities regulated under the Oregon Insurance Code regarding the filing of policy forms and rates. The bulletin outlines the mandatory use of the System for Electronic Rate and Form Filing (SERFF) for most filings, details the required documentation for a complete […]

Missouri Waives Pharmacy Rules to Aid Residents Impacted by Severe Storms

MO| The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance issued Bulletin 25-04 in response to Executive Order 25-24, signed by Governor Mike Kehoe on May 20, 2025, following the severe storms and tornado on May 16, 2025. The bulletin aims to ensure that individuals affected by the disaster can continue to access their prescription medications, even […]

Public Invited to Comment on Potential New Regulations for Maryland Provider Network Directories

MD| The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) will hold a virtual public meeting on June 25, 2025, to discuss Section 15-112 of the Insurance Article, focusing on requirements for the accuracy of provider directories and whether additional regulations are needed. The Commissioner is inviting input from industry, consumers, and stakeholders, with opportunities for public comment for […]