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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.
2022 Penalty Amounts for ERISA Health & Welfare and 401K Plans
On January 14, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) published its annual announcement of civil monetary penalties for various employee benefits-related violations under ERISA, as in effect for calendar year 2022. To encourage compliance with the law, ERISA imposes
FAQ Part 51: Coverage Updates: COVID-19 Tests, Colonoscopies, and Contraception
The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Treasury (collectively, the Departments) have issued Part 51 of its FAQs dealing with three areas of concern for health plans and health insurance issuers. The FAQs address: Coverage of
New Women’s Preventive Care Services
The ACA requires non-grandfathered health plans to cover preventive care services without cost-sharing. The list of services is determined by the recommendations of various agencies as outlined in the statute. Women’s preventive care services are specified by the Health Resources
CAA #14: DOL Issues Guidance on Broker Disclosure Requirements Under the CAA
The Department of Labor (DOL) issued Field Assistance Bulletin No. 2021-03 (the FAB) announcing its temporary enforcement policies regarding broker and consultant disclosure requirements to group health plans under the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA). The CAA requires certain providers of