Charles J. Fuschillo Jr.'s posts related to Insurance

SENATOR FUSCHILLO: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES HELPLINE NOW OPERATING AROUND THE CLOCK TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH STORM RELATED INSURANCE ISSUES

Posted by Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. on Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

     Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick) announced that residents will be able to receive assistance with insurance issues related to Hurricane Sandy at anytime of the day or night.

     The New York State Department of Financial Services’ insurance disaster assistance helpline is operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide help to those in need. Consumers can also file insurance-related complaints with the Department through the helpline.

     Residents and businesses who need assistance with storm related questions or issues can call the Department of Financial Services’ helpline at 1-800-339-1759.

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SENATOR FUSCHILLO PROVIDES TIPS TO RESIDENTS WHO NEED TO FILE INSURANCE CLAIMS AFTER HURRICANE IRENE DAMAGE

Posted by Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. on Monday, August 29th, 2011

          With Hurricane Irene causing significant damage across Long Island, Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick) is providing tips to individuals who need to file insurance claims.

          “Hurricane Irene was a very damaging and destructive storm which will unfortunately result in many families and businesses having to file insurance claims. By following a few simple steps, residents will be able to better protect themselves and help the claims process go more smoothly,” said Senator Fuschillo.

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SENATOR FUSCHILLO AND ASSEMBLYMAN MORELLE ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT ON LANDMARK AUTISM INSURANCE REFORM

Posted by Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. on Thursday, June 23rd, 2011

State Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R, Merrick) and Assemblyman Joseph D. Morelle (D, Rochester) today announced an agreement between the Legislature and the Governor’s office in support of legislation to enable individuals with autism spectrum disorders to receive insurance coverage for screening, diagnosis and treatment. The bill (S.4005-A) would save tens of thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket expenses spent by families caring for individuals with autism and address insurance companies’ refusal to cover costs for autism treatments and therapies.Autism Spectrum Disorders affect individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic groups.

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SENATOR FUSCHILLO’S LANDMARK AUTISM INSURANCE REFORM LEGISLATION PASSED BY SENATE

Posted by Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. on Friday, June 17th, 2011

Legislation Would Ensure that Screening, Diagnosis, & Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders are Covered by Insurance

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FUSCHILLO BILL TO PROTECT INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM APPROVED BY SENATE INSURANCE COMMITTEE

Posted by Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. on Monday, April 11th, 2011

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick) today announced that the Senate Insurance Committee has approved legislation he sponsors to ensure that individuals with autism receive insurance coverage for the screening, diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.  

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SENATOR FUSCHILLO: FAMILIES NEED IMMEDIATE ACTION ON AUTISM INSURANCE REFORM

Posted by Charles J. Fuschillo Jr. on Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Calls on Leadership in Senate and Assembly to Bring Fuschillo/Weisenberg Legislation to a Vote

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