Louisiana: claim deadlines
How quickly an insurer must acknowledge your claim, decide it, and pay once it agrees.
Checked on official source| Time to acknowledge your claim | 14 days to start adjusting (30 days for catastrophic losses) |
|---|---|
| Time to accept or deny | Written offer within 30 days of proof of loss |
| Time to pay | 30 days (60 residential / 90 commercial for catastrophic losses) |
| Rule | La. R.S. 22:1892, 22:1892.2 |
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Also for Louisiana: Medicaid long-term care in Louisiana
How we checked this
Florida and Louisiana were confirmed on state sources after their 2023 and 2024 changes; California, Texas and Georgia match current law-firm summaries. Other states come from a 50-state survey of claim rules and are marked for review. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
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