The CARES Act and its Impact on Health Plans
On March 27, 2020, the third major piece of legislation relating to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic was signed in law. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and […]
Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Impact on Employers
In response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the Act or FFCRA) was passed by Congress and signed into law […]
Medical Practice Settles $100,000 for Potential HIPAA Breach
To settle potential violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Steven A. Porter, M.D., P.C., (the Practice) has agreed to pay $100,000 […]
IRS Permits COVID-19 Testing & Treatment with Low-to-No Deductible to Support Public Health
To promote access to testing & treatment for public health & safety, and to alleviate worry for those covered by High Deductible Health Plans (“HDHPs”) […]
ACA Challenge Will Be Heard by SCOTUS in 2020
To mark the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”)’s 10 year-anniversary, the Supreme Court of the United States (the “Supreme Court” or “SCOTUS”) has agreed to hear […]
Health & Welfare Plans: First Quarter Reminders
The helter-skelter of the holiday season is over & Spring is just around the corner! In the world of health & welfare benefits, let’s remember […]
Form M-1 Annual Report Due By March 1
The due date to file the Form M-1 annual report is fast approaching. The Form M-1 is used to report the custodial and financial information […]
OCR’s Largest HIPAA Settlements for 2019
As we’ve entered a new year, it’s a good time to reflect on some of the larger HIPAA settlements from 2019 to remind us how […]
IRS Extends ACA Reporting Deadlines, Provides Penalty Relief for Good-Faith Compliance
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Notice 2019-63 to extend the due dates for reporting and furnishing requirements under sections 6055 and 6056 of the […]