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Sarah Borders
11 minutes ago2 min read
Telehealth is a great option - just be careful if you're offering it for "free"
Over the holiday season, many were anticipating Congress would extend relief for telehealth coverage under high-deductible health plans...
tb7125
Nov 20, 20241 min read
Deja Vu: COBRA timelines paused for hurricane disaster relief
While the wrath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be felt by its victims for years to come, the impact also extends to employer health...
Sarah Borders
Nov 12, 20241 min read
New Fixed Indemnity Notice Required for 2025 Plan Years
When preparing your notices, don't assume that things are the same every year. It's always a good idea to check what rules and requirements
Sarah Borders
Sep 13, 20244 min read
What is a Wrap Plan Document: 2024 Guide to Simplified Benefits Compliance
Did you know that in 2023, the Department of Labor collected over $1.43 billion in fines and penalties  related to employee benefit plan...
Sarah Borders
Aug 20, 20244 min read
Creditable Coverage Status Notices: Big Changes Coming in 2025
Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Status Notifications What is it? Medicare Part D is a prescription drug plan that helps millions of...
Sarah Borders
Jul 22, 20240 min read
Sarah Borders
Jul 17, 20244 min read
Top 5 Benefits of Implementing Wrap Plan Documents for Your Business
When managing many employee benefits, maintaining compliance with federal regulations can be difficult for small and medium-sized businesses
Sarah Borders
Jul 9, 20243 min read
2024 PCORI Fees - When, Who, and How Much?
What are PCORI Fees? PCOR fees, also known as PCORI fees (Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute fees), were established as part of...
Sarah Borders
Jun 24, 20242 min read
Do we need to provide our Summary of Benefits and Coverage in another language?
Ensuring Compliance with Summary of Benefits and Coverage Rules In today's blog, we cover a recent update/clarification from CMS on how...
Sarah Borders
Jun 4, 20243 min read
Cost of living adjustments announced for several types of benefits plans
Understanding 2025 Updates for High Deductible Health Plans and HSAs In a recent update from the IRS, significant changes were announced...
Sarah Borders
May 20, 20242 min read
Final 1557 rules issued: it's worth paying attention to
Understanding 1557 Non-Discrimination Regulations for Group Health Plans Today's blog delves into the final 1557 non-discrimination...
Sarah Borders
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Do employers need to change how they determine Medicare Part D creditable coverage status?
In today's video, we discuss the recent changes issued by CMS regarding Part D coverage and how it may affect employer-sponsored group...
Sarah Borders
Apr 10, 20242 min read
Short-term insurance plans not here for the long-term?
In today's video, we talk about a recent final rule issuance from the Departments on the subject of short-term insurance plans....
Sarah Borders
Mar 25, 20245 min read
Your guide to ACA compliance consulting
Searching for the right ACA compliance consulting partner can be daunting without guidance. Use this guide to learn where to start.
Sarah Borders
Mar 20, 20242 min read
IRS alert: Are diet foods considered qualified medical expenses?
In a recent alert issued by the IRS, there's a crucial warning for individuals and companies regarding the reimbursement of certain...
Sarah Borders
Mar 13, 20244 min read
What is an ERISA Health Plan: The Essential Compliance Strategies Your Business Needs
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974 may sound like a relic of the past, but it remains a relevant influence that sha
Sarah Borders
Mar 8, 20241 min read
Self-funded? Here's 3 ways TPAs can help with compliance
Third Party Administrators (TPAs) play in a big role in assisting self-funded plans to maintain compliance with their employer...
Sarah Borders
Feb 19, 20242 min read
2025 ACA penalties announced: Which penalties apply to who?
In a recent update from the IRS, the penalty amounts for the 2025 calendar year have been released for penalty A and penalty B, which are...
Sarah Borders
Jan 30, 20242 min read
Important change made to affordability calculations for 2024
Understanding Federal Poverty Levels (FPL) for Employer Affordability Calculations in 2024 In a recent update, the 2024 federal poverty...
Sarah Borders
Jan 8, 20242 min read
DOL proposes to rescind AHP rules: What's going on?
During the holiday break, the Department of Labor announced a proposal to rescind the 2018 Trump-era Association Health Plan rules. This...
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