🧵about how to navigate Medicare and it is our #SHIBA volunteers that meet these folks where they are at (in their local community) and help them through it. Thank you to our true Medicare heroes! 🧡
Understanding Medicare shouldn’t be as technical as putting the Artemis II around the moon but for many of our neighbors, it is!
Every year during Medicare Open Enrollment our office receives thousands of calls from Washingtonians will real questions…👇🏼🧵
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The OIC recently fined three large health insurers $1.4 million for Mental Health Parity Act violations. On this episode of the podcast, two staff members who worked on those actions discuss the enforcement process, and the importance of mental health parity. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...
Join the team! Sign up to volunteer and make a difference! You can help people with Medicare. ® Bilingual volunteers welcome! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY We provide training for various volunteer roles: • Counseling • Public speaking • Outreach • Clerical support • Data entry 酒• If you're interested in joining the team, SCAN HERE to connection or go to: INSURANCE.WA.GOV/SHIBA SHIBA OFFICE of the INSURANCE COMMISSIONER WASHINGTON STATE
Are you interested in making a difference in your community? 🧡Right now our team at the OIC is onboarding new SHIBA volunteers to help keep people better informed and better covered when it comes to #Medicare Open Enrollment. Click here to sign up or learn more: www.insurance.wa.gov/shiba
What does ‘additional living expenses’ coverage pay for, and how do you know how much you have? Check out our blog to learn more. 👇🏼
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April showers can bring spring floods. Make sure you’re covered. read caption below
April showers ☔️bring May flowers, but they can also bring floods!
Homeowner insurance does not cover flood damage only a separate flood insurance policy does.
You can learn more or drop us a line at:
www.insurance.wa.gov/insurance-resources/natural-disasters/disaster-preparedness/flood-insurance
inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.
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insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
-Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
-Small agency, big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
-Diversity, equity, and 🧵
and is based out of our Tumwater Office.
The detective position serves as an expert in complex law enforcement investigations with the Criminal Investigations Unit (CIU). Reporting to the detective sergeant.
You should join the team at the OIC. Here’s why:
-Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy 🧵
WE'RE HIRING FOR MULTIPLE DETECTIVES! Detective (AGO Senior Investigator) (Read more/learn how to apply in the caption) OIC WINSURANCE.WA.GOV
Now Hiring: Make a Difference in Washington State! 🚨
The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks 3 motivated and qualified individuals for the Detective (AGO Senior Investigator) positions. This role is within the Criminal Investigations Unit of the Legal Affairs Division 🧵
…🧵and then apply for assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA App.
You can read or listen to the Commissioner’s full press release at www.insurance.wa.gov/about-us/new...
! FEMA: MAJOR DISASTER DECLARATION FOR WASHINGTON STATE Federal assistance available for Washingtonians impacted by December floods. (details in caption) FLOOD WATER www. INSURANCE.WA.GOV
FEMA individual assistance is available to cover housing and home repairs and other uninsured property losses for people impacted by December’s flooding. Apply by June 10.
Individuals and families who sustained losses in the designated areas should first file claims with their insurance providers🧵
Washington State Insurance Commissioner oid Patty Kuderer April 14, 2026 IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home designations now available in Washington OLYMPIA, Wash. - The Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) has expanded its Wildfire Prepared Home designation program to include Washington and nine other states, the organization announced on Tuesday. Read more WA OIC
The Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety’s (IBHS) Wildfire 🔥Prepared program is now available in Washington is a set of research-based mitigation actions that help people protect their homes and harden their neighborhoods from wildfire. Learn more: www.insurance.wa.gov/about-us/new...
Black maternal health week check out our caption
From access to free breast pumps, to preventive care and screenings, we are here to help you understand your rights.
Our people-powered call center will help you understand your coverage, so your company does right by you and your baby, because being a mama is hard enough.
Call: 1.800.562.6900
Be sure to thank your local SHIBA volunteer for all they do! If you’d like to become a SHIBA volunteer, contact us today! 🧡www.insurance.wa.gov/shiba
SHIBA Volunteers at the Medicare booth
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month. We’d like to recognize our SHIBA volunteers who help Medicare beneficiaries every day with their coverage options and questions. You are the heart and soul of SHIBA! 🧡
Public Health Week Did you know? The OIC helps ensure state rules and policies support the public's access to health care!
We're your friendly neighborhood Regulators. This National Public Health Week is as good a time as any to check us out! www.insurance.wa.gov/about-us/what-we-do
From no cost birth control to navigating Medicare, we're here to help. Interested in talking to a live person about your health insurance? Give us a call at 1-800-562-6900 or shoot us a live chat at insurance.wa.gov
#worldhealthday
World Health Day helps us highlight priority areas of concern, promote health equity, disease prevention, and access to care. In our corner of the PNW, this means helping you get the access you deserve when it comes to your health insurance. 👇🏼🧵
SHIBA volunteers helping the community
Are you interested in making a difference in your community? 🧡We train you, help you with access to resources, and help connect you with neighbors in your area! Right now our team at the OIC is recruiting new additions to our SHIBA volunteer corps. Learn more: www.insurance.wa.gov/shiba
Legal service plans look like insurance, but don’t fall under the OIC’s umbrella. Learn more about these monthly subscription services on our blog: medium.com/commissioner...
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APRIL IS STRESS AWARENESS MONTH DID YOU KNOW? Insurance plans must cover mental health and substance use disorder services no more restrictively than medical/surgical care? (learn more in caption) OIC www. INSURANCE.WA.GOV
April is stress awareness month which is a good time to remind everyone that ‘mental health parity’ in Washington state requires insurance plans to cover mental health and substance use disorder services no more restrictively than medical/surgical care! 🧵👇🏼
New podcast episode. OIC ANSWERS. WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH TITLE INSURANCE?
If you’ve bought a house (or a condo), you’ve probably bought title #insurance to go with it.
But what does it do? What does it protect you from? How do you file a claim and what type of trouble could really befall a title?
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April is celebrate diversity month
Celebrate Diversity Month means we recognize our collective strengths and lean into the power of togetherness. At the OIC, we’re proud of our unique array of voices who make us better consumer advocates. We are stronger together. #CelebrateDiversityMonth
🏳️⚧️Check out our webpage for more info at www.insurance.wa.gov/insurance-re... or drop us a call at 1.800.562.6900
Recognizing international transgender day of visibility. Learn more about gender, affirming care in our caption.
🏳️⚧️International Transgender Day of Visibility stands as a reminder to our trans family, friends and neighbors that we will always fight for you. Whether that’s standing up for your rights or your access to care, the OIC has got your back. #transgenderdayofvisibility
The OIC’s primary mission is protecting consumers and one of the ways we do that is making sure people know how to access the care and providers they need. Thank you to doctors for keeping our communities healthy♥️ #nationaldoctorsday
Happy national doctor day thank you
Happy National Doctors’ Day! 🩺 Here at the OIC we are happy to help ensure the relationship between insurance companies and healthcare providers is fair, transparent, and legally compliant. Because when the market is healthy, Washingtonians win. 👇🏼
