CAA #2: Removing the Element of Surprise: the Consolidated Appropriations Act’s Guidelines for Group Health Plans
CAA NO SURPRISES BLOG The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) contained many provisions that directly affect employer sponsored group health plans. In this blog, […]
New Guidance for 401(k) Plans on Missing Participants
On Tuesday, January 12, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued official guidance on locating missing participants in retirement plans, including 401(k) plans. The […]
Group Health Plans Required to Cover Cost of HIV-Preventive Drug, Truvada
Effective January 1, 2021, and with the exception of ACA-compliant Grandfathered Plans, most group health plans and insurance issuers must now cover the full cost […]
ICHRAs and the Shared Responsibility Payment: Final Regulations
The IRS outlined final rules regarding the shared responsibility payment (SRP) and other nondiscrimination rules applicable to health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and other account-based group […]
CAA #1 The Consolidated Appropriations Act with COVID-19 Relief: An Overview
Beginning in 2021, employers who sponsor group health plans (GHPs) must begin complying with several requirements of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) of 2021. The […]
New Regulations for Coverage of COVID-19 Vaccines
On November 6, 2020, the Departments of Health and Human Services, Treasury, and Labor (the Departments) issued new regulations under the CARES Act regarding the […]
Transparency Rule Means Requirements for Health Plans
Transparency Rule Means Requirements for Health Plans On November 12, 2020, the Departments of Treasury, Labor, and Health and Human Services (the Departments) published a […]
Updated Tool To Check Mental Health Parity Compliance
The Department of Labor (DOL) announced the release of an updated tool to help employers comply with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act […]
Health and Welfare: IRS Releases 2021 Adjusted Dollar Limits
The IRS recently announced the tax year 2021 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax […]