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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.
401(K) CURRENT EVENT: IRS EXTENDS RELIEF FROM “PHYSICAL PRESENCE REQUIREMENT”
On May 13, 2022, the IRS released Notice 2022-27, granting a six-month extension to the temporary relief from the “physical presence requirement” for tax-qualified retirement plans, including 401(k) plans, that was previously announced in June 2021 (see our blog post.
CAA #16: Status of the IDR Process
The No Surprises Act (NSA) created a process intended to prevent patients from receiving surprise medical bills for services they might receive from out-of-network health care providers in circumstances where an individual is not reasonably able to choose to receive
HIPAA Cybersecurity: Time to Strengthen your Defenses
The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) released its Q1 2022 Cybersecurity Newsletter March 17. Let’s review OCR’s guidance for HIPAA-Covered Entities (CEs) who house and transmit protected health information (PHI). Note: CE’s aren’t only hospitals and insurers; health plans (Plans)
HHS Adjusts HIPAA Penalties…Again
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) increased civil monetary penalties due to cost of living increases of approx. 1.052%. Amounts are effective for penalties assessed against employer-sponsored health plans on or after March 17, 2022 for violations occurring