07 Feb Frequently Asked Compliance Questions

Posted at 19:18h in Compliance News, Health Care Reform

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You aren't alone, employers just like you asking compliance questions. Employer FAQs on upcoming compliance. Must Read!...

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07 Feb What You Need to Know About the New Eligibility Waiting Period Provisions

Posted at 17:42h in Health Care Reform

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The 90-day maximum for eligibility waiting periods is effective as of the start of the 2014 plan year. Questions like, what should employers do if they hired an employee under the prior rules?, answered here. ...

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06 Feb IRS Issues Regs on Wellness Program Incentives

Posted at 10:00h in Health Care Reform

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Financial incentives that employers provide to employees participating in wellness programs generally could not be included in determining if an employee is exempt from a healthcare reform law requirement to enroll in a plan offering minimum essential coverage under newly proposed regulations....

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05 Feb Committee approves full-time worker bill

Posted at 16:45h in Health Care Reform

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Members of the House Ways and Means Committee today voted 23-14 to pass H.R. 2575, the Save American Workers Act bill. Read more on how this change applies to you....

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05 Feb Public Exchanges Competitive with Employer-Sponsored Plan

Posted at 10:00h in Health Care Reform

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Premiums for health plans on new state exchanges under PPACA are comparable to – and in some cases lower than – those being offered by employers with similar levels of coverage, according to a study released Thursday. Read full article...

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04 Feb Will Your Plan Cover Spouses?

Posted at 10:00h in Health Care Reform

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If you decide to restrict spousal coverage because of PPACA, make sure you follow ERISA rules in the process. Read more...

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03 Feb 3 takeaways for employee benefits industry from Obama’s State of the Union address

Posted at 10:00h in Health Care Reform

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Following President Obama’s fifth State of the Union address, the IFEBP closely examined the key takeaways that will affect the employee benefits industry. Read full article...

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27 Jan DOL issues FAQs on ACA’s implementation

Posted at 10:00h in Health Care Reform

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The Department of Labor’s EBSA has issued the latest in its series of FAQs. Read the full list and explanation here...

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24 Jan Exploring “Play or Pay” Businesses Still Unprepared for PPACA

Posted at 14:37h in Health Care Reform, PPACA Report

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Even though the majority of employers are committed to offering health insurance to their employees, many still do not understand the options available under PPACA. Every company is different so make sure you know your options with the Employer's Guide to "Play or Pay". ...

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23 Jan Additional PPACA Details Released

Posted at 15:16h in Health Care Reform, PPACA Report

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On January 9, 2014, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Department of the Treasury (IRS) issued Frequently Asked Questions - Part XVIII that provides additional information about requirements in several areas. FAQ's and more here...

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