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The information and content contained in this blog are for general informational purposes only, and does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice. As always, for specific questions concerning your health or 401(k) plans, please consult your own ERISA attorney or professional advisor.
H&W: Deadline Delay for Health Plan Identifier (HPID)
Effective October 31, 2014, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) announce a delay in the enforcement of the deadline by which health plans are required to secure a health plan identifier (“HPID”). The deadline is post-poned until further
401(k): Inflation Adjustments for 2015 401(k) Plan Limits
The IRS has provided 401(k) inflation adjustments for 2015 that impact certain dollar limits that apply to 401(k) plans for 2015. An overview of the guidance on the 2015 401(k) plan limits is listed below. Limits on Participant Contributions: The limits
H&W: Transitional Reinsurance Form Available
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that the Transitional Reinsurance Program Annual Enrollment and Contribution Form will be available on October 24, 2014. The form is available via www.pay.gov and is being provided in time for plan’s
H&W: Plans Using Reference-Based Pricing
Employers whose plans use reference-based pricing should be aware of the recent government guidance regarding ACA compliance. Reference-based pricing is a benefit arrangement whereby a plan pays a fixed amount for specified procedures and certain providers agree that they will