Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI)
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The agency comprises many divisions, and stands ready to assist individuals and businesses within the industries we regulate. This diverse agency protects the interests of consumers while providing fair, efficient oversight and a level field of competition for a broad array of industries and professionals doing business in Tennessee.

The Division of Consumer Affairs, in concert with other state and federal agencies, is charged with the enforcement of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act and mediates or otherwise resolves more than 6,000 consumer complaints per year. The division also coordinates the department's consumer education efforts.

The Division of Insurance regulates the 1,600 insurance companies and 90,000 agents that contribute more than $14 billion dollars to the state's economy.

The Securities Division regulates brokers-dealers, agents, investment advisers, and investigates fraud.

The TennCare Oversight Division The monitors the financial condition and timely payment practices of the health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and behavioral health organizations (BHOs) that contract to provide services to 1.4 million TennCare enrollees.

The Division of Fire Prevention includes the state's building and safety codes enforcement operations, arson and explosives investigations, and offers training for volunteer and career firefighters and codes officials through the state's new Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy.

The Division of Regulatory Boards houses 22 boards and commissions that enforce professional standards of conduct and statutory mandates for industries ranging from architects and engineering to contracting, cosmetology, and accounting.

 

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