February's Featured Video This webinar will: Describe the overall purpose of the final rules Describe the types of plans and coverage that are not subject to the final rules Describe the public disclosure of negotiated rates and historical allowed amounts requirement and what is required by
HHS Extends the Public Health Emergency Again
On January 7, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) announced the administration will renew the COVID-19 pandemic Public Health Emergency, scheduled to expire on January 21, 2021. This will once again extend the period for an additional 90 days and as a result, numerous temporary
COVID Bill FSA Options
The latest COVID relief bill, called the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, includes several provisions providing relief for health and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Employers are allowed, but not required, to permit some additional flexibility based on the terms of their
Consolidated Appropriations Act Expands Employee Retention Credit
The employee retention credit applies more broadly as a result of changes made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. Most of the changes are effective as of January 1, 2021, and impact the first two quarters of the year. Note this key retroactive change: employers who took PPP loans are now
Featured Video: COVID-19 Compliance Considerations for Group Health Plans in 2021
January's Featured Video This webinar will: Describe the group health plan coverage requirements under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) as amended by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the prohibition on cost sharing for COVID diagnostic
Featured Video: What Employers Need to Know About IRS Reporting in 2021
December's Featured Video This webinar will: Review the 2020 final reporting forms and instructions and highlight changes that employers should be aware ofReview the deadlines for employers to submit forms to the IRS and to employeesDiscuss reporting offers of COBRA coverageExplain the
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