MEDICAL,USA: 1. In insurance, a formal certification issued by a state department of insurance that an insurance agent is qualified to solicit insurance applications during a specified time period. 2. Approval granted by a state or government agency to engage lawfully in a practice, occupation, or specific activity of health care.
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A certification of authority for an agent or insurer to operate, given by the appropriate jurisdiction.
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A document, most often issued by the state, that proves the bearer’s authority to work as an agent or insurer.
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Certification of appropriate authority issued by a regulatory body to allow an entity to operate as an insurer or an insurance agent after certain standards have been met.