Definition: The Florida Insurance Exchange (FIE) is a state-run insurance exchange that operates out of Tallahassee, Florida and provides an electronic marketplace for insurance consumers to purchase, compare and pay for various types of life, health, disability, property and home insurance. The FIE is operated by the Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS), and it receives funding from the Federal government through Medicaid in order to operate. The Florida Insurance Exchange allows consumers to compare different companies' rates and prices, including those offered by providers within the exchange's network, as well as those that are provided by non-members. The FIE also offers services such as auto insurance quotes, home insurance quotes, health insurance quotes, life insurance quotes, disability insurance quotes, and property insurance quotes. The FIE has been in operation since 1993 and is known for its efficient service delivery and competitive pricing compared to other insurance exchanges. It provides consumers with a convenient way to purchase insurance from several different providers without having to visit multiple offices or go through lengthy approval processes.