Arizona urges insurance providers continue coverage
PHOENIX — The Arizona Department of Insurance is urging insurers across the state ensure their coverage continues during this time.
This would provide much-need support to the individuals, families and businesses facing financial challenges due to the coronavirus throughout Arizona.
“We have called on insurers across the state to work with consumers during this health emergency to make sure Arizonans do not lose the coverage they depend on. My thanks to the insurers already working with their customers in good faith to provide relief for people who need it.”
Governor Doug Ducey
The request applies to all insurers providing coverage including life, health, motor vehicle, property, casualty and any type of insurance for individuals, groups and businesses.
In the letter, insurers are urged to provide customers relief, including:
- Refraining from cancelling policies due to non-payment during this
- time of hardship;
- Working with consumers on premium payment plans for late premium payments;
- Waiving late fees, interest, and penalties;
- Delaying premium increases;
- Suspending the use of credit reports for rating;
- Refraining from cancelling auto policies due to deferred expiration of driver's license;
- And extending time frames to undergo medical examinations.
Many insurers are already offering options and resources for consumers, and the Department of Insurance says Arizonans should connect with their insurance companies to learn more about options during this public health emergency.
