Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) FAQ
Guidance for FAQ regarding Agents/Brokers and Appointments/Compensation
Program Area: Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP)
Question: If a broker is not appointed by an issuer, may that broker continue to service the issuer's accounts?
Answer: All issuers and producers must comply with State appointment laws, and act within the authority of applicable State licenses. Issuers should contact the State Department of Insurance (DOI) for inquiries regarding the scope of practice for unappointed producers.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: July 03, 2014
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