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Car Insurance 2020 – How To Find The Best Auto Insurance Company

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“Working with a reliable insurance company is a must. But finding one takes time. Our website will help you compare prices offered by various carriers”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that explains how drivers can find a reliable car insurance company.

For more info and free auto insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/tips-to-find-a-good-car-insurance-carrier/

Drivers looking for car insurance should ensure that they are also choosing a reliable insurance company. While drivers need a reliable vehicle, they also need a reliable insurer. A reliable insurance company will be able to provide the services the policyholder pays for it. Finding a reliable car insurance company is not an easy task.

While looking for a reliable car insurance company, drivers should consider the next tips:


  • Pay attention to recently-reported online scams. Before looking for insurance, drivers can avoid being scammed by checking several sites that report scamming attempts and scams. Insurance providers that want to sell policies in a state are required to have a license. Drivers can check the local Department of Insurance website in order to find out what insurance companies are licensed to sell policies in their areas. Very cheap policies are usually a red flag for scammers.

  • Look for insurance companies that have a strong financial rating. Insurance carriers that are financially strong will have no problems to pay the claims made by their customers. Some independent rating agencies can help drivers find out which insurer is financially strong. A.M. Best, Moody’s, Fitch, and Standard & Poor’s are known for the accuracy of their ratings.

  • Work with companies that have high customer satisfaction ratings. Every year J.D. Power is releasing a US auto insurance study. J.D. Power is rating the car insurance companies on this list based on interaction, policy offerings, price, billing process, and policy information, and claims.

  • Reliable companies usually have a really low complaint ratio. Drivers can visit the Better Business Bureau site to find the complaint ratios of insurance companies. Insurance providers are rated from A+ to F.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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Through an exciting and culture enhancing transaction Andesa Services, Inc is pleased to announce their 165 employees now own 100 percent of the company

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Way back when we were talking about the values of the company, the idea that the company would remain in the hands of the employees and under control of the employees was a vision we had. – John Walker


ALLENTOWN, Pa. (PRWEB)

Through an exciting and culture enhancing transaction Andesa Services, Inc is pleased to announce their 165 employees now own 100 percent of the company, through an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) executed by the Shareholders earlier today. An ESOP is an employee benefit plan which provides company stock to employees as part of their retirement benefit. The ESOP is in addition to Andesa’s existing 401(k) retirement program.

A strong venture capital and M&A market exists in the U.S. today, particularly for technology-based companies. So, this type of transaction is unusual in the insurance technology sector. After 36 years in business, the shareholders had several alternatives to succession. However, they determined an ESOP was the best way to enhance the firm’s employee-focused culture, continue alignment with its life insurance client partners, position the company for future growth and live into the Andesa Forever vision.

John Walker, Andesa’s Founder and Board Member shared a video message with the new employee-owners upon completion of the ESOP transaction. “This is one of the most exciting days of my life and I hope you share my excitement. Way back when we were talking about the values of the company, the idea that the company would remain in the hands of the employees and under control of the employees was a vision we had. I am excited that we have such a great staff to turn this responsibility over to. I am excited for you and I hope you are excited for the opportunities it will provide you.”

“In today’s market, there are many different ways to address ownership succession,” noted Ron Scheese, Andesa’s President & CEO. “Most succession strategies were not the right fit for Andesa, its employees and the client relationships that we have worked so hard to build over the decades. We have strived to build a great culture and our employees have been the critical factor in that long-term success. This noteworthy moment in our history empowers us even more to preserve our vision and values by which we continue this great company journey. I am beyond excited to walk the next steps with my fellow-owners in pursuit of our Forever vision.”

ESOPs were developed in the US as a mechanism to facilitate the owners of privately held businesses to transfer ownership to their employees over time in a tax efficient manner. It was set up to create a market for the shares of a departing owner or a closely held company in a way that preserves the independence of the business and protects employment in the local economy.

About Andesa:

Andesa Services provides comprehensive, integrated policy administration, plan administration and support solutions for life insurance and annuity carriers and producers. Andesa began as a pioneer in the field of COLI/BOLI policy administration. Today more than 30 years later, Andesa’s integrated approach to insurance and plan administration results in efficiency gains, reduced hardware costs, mitigated compliance risk and improved market response. The Company offers a comprehensive suite of services for policy and plan administration in a secure, private cloud environment. Andesa partners with numerous insurance companies, including 6 of the top 13 life and annuity carriers, along with several top producers. The Company’s highly-experienced team of U.S.-based professionals provides insurers and producers large and small with administrative support for complex plan and product offerings.

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2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Announces Its Top Sales Professionals from 2019

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COSL 2020


DENVER (PRWEB)

2-10 Home Buyers Warranty (2-10 HBW), an industry-leading provider of new construction structural warranties and systems and appliances home warranties for new and existing homes, recently announced the winners of their 2020 Council of Sales Leadership (COSL) program.

The Council of Sales Leadership is an annual program developed to recognize the top sales professionals and sales leaders within 2-10 HBW. To qualify, each individual must display strong sales expertise and consistent sales growth while delivering continued trustworthiness and integrity to every customer. The top sales professionals and leaders received this recognition for their performance during 2019.

As part of the program, COSL members are awarded a destination trip and additional recognition. This year, the COSL members and their guest of choice will enjoy a 5-night trip to a luxurious resort in beautiful Playa Mujeres, Mexico, to network with their peers and share best practices.

New Home Sales Division – Risk Management Specialists

  • Jenny Malone-Wiseman

  • Jacob Echevarria

  • Roger Kline

  • McCalle Fryar

  • Karen McCorkle

  • John McGrath

  • Bill Connor

  • Terry Graham

  • Lonnie Williams

  • Derek Truelove

New Home Sales Leadership

  • Bill Flack

  • Glenn Findley

  • Jeanine Jones

Realtor Sales Division – Account Executives

  • Pam Hurt

  • Heather Chumbler-Rich

  • Kelly Lukenda-Ely

  • Trish Spivey

  • Susan Beebe

  • Kiah Stone

  • Robbie Rivardo

  • Jason Durban

  • Linda Schell-Rakers

  • Felix Buitrago

  • Alia Azhar

  • Mark Light

  • Karen Hyman

Realtor Sales Leadership

  • Kelly Kanellis

  • Louri Kearns

  • Kim Warren

About 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty (2-10 HBW)

2-10 Home Buyers Warranty provides home warranties for builders, real estate agents and homeowners, to make protecting a home simple and economical. For 40 years 2-10 HBW has covered over 6 million homes with their complete line of warranties, service contracts and risk management products. As an industry leader, 2-10 HBW partners with thousands of the nation’s finest real estate professionals, home builders and service contractors. For more information, please visit https://www.2-10.com/.

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Consumers Aren’t Adequately Prepared for a Natural Disaster, Mercury Insurance Finds

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“… Although natural disasters are in the news on a seemingly regular basis, many Americans still aren’t properly preparing themselves if one happens in their neighborhood or city. These events can have serious repercussions and adopting a wait-and-see attitude should not be an option.”


LOS ANGELES, Calif. (PRWEB)

Despite the frequency of wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural disasters ravaging the U.S., a recent survey conducted by Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) revealed that fewer than half (45%) of the respondents are prepared if one happens where they live.

“It’s a bit alarming to discover that, although natural disasters are in the news on a seemingly regular basis, many Americans still aren’t properly preparing themselves if one happens in their neighborhood or city,” said Christopher O’Rourke, vice president of property claims at Mercury Insurance. “These events can have serious repercussions and adopting a wait-and-see attitude should not be an option.”

Mercury surveyed nearly 2,000 respondents to gauge their level of preparedness, including if they have created and practice an evacuation plan, have adequate insurance coverage if their property were to be damaged or destroyed in a disaster, keep an inventory of their belongings in case they need to be replaced, and keep a stocked emergency kit. Seventy-seven percent of the quiz-takers either don’t have a plan or don’t regularly practice it if they do. Additionally, 39% are unsure if they have enough insurance to rebuild if their home is damaged or destroyed by a natural disaster, 34% don’t have a home inventory, and 13% didn’t realize their insurance policy covers their personal belongings. The vast majority (88%) of respondents, however, do have an emergency kit in their home.

Only 9% of respondents rated as “extremely prepared” after completing the nine-question quiz.

O’Rourke has the following recommendations to help consumers prepare for a natural disaster.


  • Create an evacuation plan. Know where family members will meet if instructed to evacuate, as well as several options to get out of the city in case routes are blocked. Establish a meeting point ahead of time. Staying with friends or family who live outside of the local area is a good option, but you should also research hotels and shelters.

  • Stock an emergency kit. If you are unable to stay with family or friends out of town, or you were unable to evacuate, be sure to keep the following items handy:

  • A three-day supply of water (one gallon per person), non-perishable food items and pet food, if applicable;

  • A battery-powered or hand-crank radio (and extra batteries);

  • A flashlight;

  • A first aid kit;

  • A whistle to signal for help;

  • A can opener;

  • Blankets;

  • Tools to turn off utilities;

  • $200 in cash in small bills, as power may be out, making ATMs, debit and credit cards unusable;

  • Fully charged battery packs so you can recharge your cell phone; and

  • Prescriptions for you and your pets.

  • Review your insurance policy. Discuss your coverage needs with your agent at least once a year to ensure you have enough to protect your property and belongings.

Visit Mercury’s Catastrophe Center to learn more about how to protect yourself, your family and your property before a natural disaster happens.

About Mercury Insurance

Mercury Insurance (MCY) is a multiple-line insurance organization predominantly offering personal automobile, homeowners and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia. Since 1962, Mercury has specialized in offering quality insurance at affordable prices. For more information visit http://www.mercuryinsurance.com or Facebook and follow the company on Twitter.

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Car Insurance Strategies – Why Drivers Should Bundle Insurance Services

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“Bundling policies can be an excellent way to save insurance money. But before sealing any deal, make sure you make the right decision. Compare online quotes – you can get them for free!” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


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Compare-autoinsurance.org has released a new blog post that presents the main advantages of purchasing multi-vehicle car insurance coverage or combining multiple insurance services.

For more info and free car insurance quotes online, visit http://compare-autoinsurance.org/why-bundle-car-insurance-plans/

This blog explains why combining policies will help drivers save time and money. It is far easier to deal with a single contract, make a single payment and deal with just a single company, and possible, with just a single insurance agent.

Furthermore, companies encourage clients to bundle policies or purchase multi-vehicle plans. Those who choose to bundle are rewarded with valuable discounts. The value of the discount varies a lot. Some insurers can provide a discount that goes as much as 25% of the combined value of the premium. More advantages are detailed in the blog post.

The blog post also explains why it is recommended to use online car insurance quotes before agreeing to combine insurance services. Obtaining free car insurance costs is easy and fast and will help the client decide better.

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://compare-autoinsurance.org

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Distinguished Programs Hires Experienced Insurance Pro Paul Zeni

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program manager, today officially announces it has hired commercial insurance sales executive Paul R. Zeni as its new Northern California Regional Sales Executive. Zeni brings approximately 35 years of diverse insurance industry experience to this new role.

“Paul’s background as a sales professional, broker, program manager and underwriting professional provides real-world expertise and insight to this role — an asset for agents and brokers in the region,” noted Kurt Meister, senior vice president of business development at Distinguished Programs. “We’re proud to have someone of Paul’s caliber join our team. Adding such industry experts is central to our sales force expansion efforts and to providing robust and beneficial insurance industry products nationally.”

In his new role, Zeni will represent the complete range of Distinguished Programs insurance products across all industry service sectors.

Prior to his work with the programs division of York Risk Services Group, Zeni worked with Apollo General Insurance in Sonoma, CA, a national managing general agent specializing in the construction, environmental and wine industries. Before that, he served as a regional program manager with AIG for six years. Serving as a program manager and executive underwriter, Zeni also spent 17 years with Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Zeni earned his bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s College of California. He is based out of Santa Rosa, California.

About Distinguished Programs

Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Cultural & Historic Properties and Hospitality & Restaurants. Property and liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. Serving the same core markets and partnering with the most stable and reputable carriers, Distinguished Programs’ high limit umbrella programs remain the clear choice in its areas of specialty for superior coverage, competitive pricing, and attentive service. Through thoughtful innovation, stemming back to 1987, Distinguished Programs fosters growth and opportunities for its brokers, carriers, and employees. http://www.distinguished.com.

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Distinguished Programs Promotes Long-Time Sales Pro Tom Lane

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program manager, today officially announces the promotion of Tom Lane. A sales professional with Distinguished Programs for more than 14 years, Lane assumes the role of Regional Sales Executive for New York State, Manhattan, Bronx and Staten Island, as part of the company’s expanded sales team in 2020.

“Tom’s reputation for specialization within the hospitality and real estate sectors of the insurance industry is considerable. Throughout his long tenure he has been a valued member of the Distinguished Programs team,” noted Kurt Meister, senior vice president of business development at Distinguished Programs. “As we look to expand both the reach and size of our sales force, Tom’s contributions, institutional knowledge and experience will aid in those efforts and I congratulate him on this well-earned promotion.”

In his new role, Lane will represent the complete range of Distinguished Programs insurance products across all industry service sectors.

Lane has served as a relationship manager/commercial insurance broker specializing in hospitality, real estate and gaming for Distinguished Programs. Working through a network of retail brokers and agents in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York, Lane has been responsible for the distribution of insurance solutions in the aforementioned industry sectors.

Prior to his role with Distinguished Programs, Lane spent 11 years with Aon Corp., serving as assistant vice president.

Based in Manhattan, Lane is a graduate of Iona College in New Rochelle, New York.

About Distinguished Programs

Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Cultural & Historic Properties and Hospitality & Restaurants. Property and liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. Serving the same core markets and partnering with the most stable and reputable carriers, Distinguished Programs’ high limit umbrella programs remain the clear choice in its areas of specialty for superior coverage, competitive pricing, and attentive service. Through thoughtful innovation, stemming back to 1987, Distinguished Programs fosters growth and opportunities for its brokers, carriers, and employees. http://www.distinguished.com.

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Car Insurance Tips 2020 – How To Purchase Coverage Online

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“Online car insurance quotes allow customers to make an educated choice and customize offers. In this way, you can choose how much you are willing to pay for coverage”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


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Compare-autoinsurance.org has released a new blog post explaining how to purchase car insurance online, in a faster and more effective way.

For more info and free car insurance quote online, visit http://compare-autoinsurance.org/5-tips-buying-car-insurance-online/

Insurance companies recommend drivers to use online car insurance quotes, compare prices and after that, purchase coverage online. Making online transactions is time-effective and more convenient for both the buyer and the insurance company. For a faster and easier shopping experience, a person should follow the next tips:


  • Keep the car and the current coverage documents nearby. In order to purchase car insurance, clients must provide first a series of information regarding driving history, car details, and personal info. While some details are easy to fill in, for some info, like the car’s exact model, body type, number of cylinders or VIN number, some documents will be really useful.

  • Visit the state’s Department of Insurance website for a basic view of the local insurance market. Also, each state has different legislation regarding auto insurance. The local Department of Insurance provides the necessary info. Drivers should know more about the minimum state requirement, laws involving totaled or stolen cars, usage of credit score in premium’s determination and so on.

  • Compare car insurance quotes from multiple websites. It is recommended to get as many quotes as possible before buying coverage. To get in touch with multiple insurance companies selling in a particular area, use a brokerage website. The user will get filtered results that match his selections and vehicle, then he can sort them by price.

  • Use correct info when requesting quotes or purchasing coverage. A client’s honesty is crucial for any insurance company. Naturally, they will check if the info provided online matches with the real data. Hiding recent traffic violations is no use since the insurance companies will investigate with authorities. Lying or hiding information is considered fraud and it is punishable by law.

  • Simulate various coverage options. Insurance websites allow customers to fully customize their coverage options. They can select coverage limits, deductibles, apply for various offers (for example apply to Snapshot monitoring programs) and even customize when to pay the premiums and how. Online tools then will calculate the price and will display it. Simulating various coverage options will help drivers design the coverage they want,


Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://compare-autoinsurance.org

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What Are The Most Common Car Insurance Myths And Misconceptions

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“Misconceptions are quite common in the car insurance industry. Luckily, these misconceptions are easily debunked”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


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Carinsuranceshoppingsource.com has launched a new blog post that presents several popular car insurance misconceptions people can have.

For more info and free online quotes, please visit https://carinsuranceshoppingsource.com/typical-misconceptions-car-insurance/

Many persons are still having some misconceptions regarding the car insurance market. Most of these misconceptions are not true. In most cases, these fears are spread by persons that have little knowledge of how the car insurance industry works or by persons with bad intentions.

The most common misconceptions about auto insurance are the following:


  •     Minimum liability coverage provides coverage for almost all scenarios when the car is damaged. This is not true. The minimum liability coverage is only enough to drive legally. In many cases, minimum liability coverage is not enough to pay the damage caused to other persons’ property or to pay their medical expenses. Policyholders that don’t have enough coverage will risk losing their assets to pay for the damage and medical bills.

  •     Carrying one or two policies will suffice. Drivers that own one or two policies are not fully protected against all situations. To be fully protected, policyholders should purchase liability, collision, comprehensive, PIP and Uninsured/Underinsured motorist insurance policies. Full coverage can be pretty expensive.

  •     The value of deductibles will not be relevant. Deductibles are very important for drivers that know to take advantage of them. The deductibles represent the amount a driver has to pay upfront before the insurance policy kicks in. Drivers that choose higher deductibles will pay lower insurance premiums. Smart drivers can tweak their deductibles in order to obtain good insurance rates and affordable deductibles.

  •     Red cars are charged more by insurance companies. Many persons associate red car owners with people that are reckless drivers or like speeding. This popular belief is false and car insurance companies are not interested in the color of a vehicle.

  •     Adding a second senior driver will lower the cost of the premiums. Many believe that adding a senior driver to their policies will make their insurance costs to drop. In many cases, this is not true. Most senior drivers pay lower car insurance rates due to their driving experience. However, if a policyholder is adding a senior driver that has recent traffic violations in the driving record, then the insurance costs will not be lowered, but instead, they can increase.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://carinsuranceshoppingsource.com/

Carinsuranceshoppingsource.com is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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FastMed Will be the First Independent Urgent Care Company to Launch the Epic EHR

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FastMed, one of the nation’s largest operators of urgent care clinics and the largest that is Joint Commission accredited, will be the first independent urgent care company to launch the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system. Epic, the most widely used and comprehensive EHR, is used by a majority of U.S. News and World Report’s top-ranked hospitals and medical schools. More than 250 million patients have a medical record in Epic.

“We selected Epic because it will enable us to optimize patient care and give us the functionality and flexibility we need to accelerate our expansion into primary and virtual care,” said Web Golinkin, CEO of FastMed. “Because so many major health systems and other providers use Epic, it will also give us the ability to integrate more fully into regional healthcare ecosystems in order to improve population health.”

Using Epic’s patient portal, MyChart, FastMed patients will be able to access their health information, communicate with providers, schedule appointments, and pay bills using the app or webpage on their phone or computer. Additionally, Epic will support FastMed’s ability to incorporate telehealth and other digital services into its care model, and to optimize its clinical and business performance through improved data analytics.

“We are excited to be working with FastMed, which is one of the nation’s largest and most well-respected urgent care operators,” said Alan Hutchison, Epic’s Vice President for Population Health. “Implementing Epic will enable FastMed to give patients even easier access to high-quality, affordable healthcare and to be clinically integrated with other providers.”

FastMed’s ability to seamlessly and securely share patient medical records with healthcare organizations across the country that already use Epic, as well as with health systems using other EHR systems, will allow FastMed’s medical staff to exchange patient information quickly with surrounding hospitals and healthcare facilities. All organizations using Epic interoperate, which means they can share information to facilitate care coordination across the locations wherever patients receive care.

To learn more about FastMed Urgent Care and find a clinic near you, please visit https://www.fastmed.com/.

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About FastMed Urgent Care

FastMed Urgent Care owns and operates 109 clinics in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas, providing a broad range of acute/episodic and preventive healthcare services 365 days per year. FastMed also provides workers’ comp services at all of its clinics, and family and sports medicine services at select locations. FastMed has successfully treated more than 5.8 million patients since the opening of its first clinic in 2005, and is the largest urgent care operator to be awarded the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for accreditation in healthcare quality and safety in ambulatory healthcare. For more information about locations, services, hours of operation, insurance and prices, visit http://www.FastMed.com.

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