Short answer: In Ohio, insurers must acknowledge a claim within 15 days, accept or deny it within 21 days after a properly executed proof of loss and pay within 10 days after acceptance. If an insurer misses its deadlines, you can complain to the Ohio Department of Insurance.
The deadlines
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Acknowledge your claim | 15 days |
| Accept or deny | 21 days after a properly executed proof of loss, with written updates at least every 45 days if more time is needed |
| Pay | 10 days after acceptance, when the amount is determined and not in dispute |
Sources: Ohio Adm. Code 3901-1-54.
Details
- Sending the required forms and instructions can count as the acknowledgment.
How to use these deadlines
- Report your claim in writing and keep proof of the date.
- Send your proof of loss and requested documents promptly, because many deadlines start only when the insurer has them.
- Keep a log of every call and letter.
- If deadlines pass, ask the adjuster in writing for a status update. If nothing changes, file a complaint with the Ohio Department of Insurance (1-800-686-1526).
Compare other states in our claim deadlines by state table.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does an insurer have to acknowledge a claim in Ohio?
15 days.
How long to accept or deny a claim in Ohio?
21 days after a properly executed proof of loss, with written updates at least every 45 days if more time is needed.
How long to pay a claim in Ohio?
10 days after acceptance, when the amount is determined and not in dispute.
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