MHPAEA Final Rule: New Compliance Requirements for Employers Starting 2025
MHPAEA Final Rule: New Compliance Requirements for Employers Starting 2025 Recently, the U.S. Departments of Labor (DOL), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Treasury […]
Texas Lawsuit and Reproductive Health Records
On September 4, 2024, Texas filed a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the HHS Secretary, and Office for Civil Rights […]
Understanding Medicare Part D Notice Requirements for 2025
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced the 2025 parameters for the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit, marking significant updates that […]
Executive Summary on Chevron
Executive Summary on Chevron The recent Supreme Court decision to overturn the Chevron marks a significant shift in how federal agency interpretations of laws are […]
Preparing for the Upcoming PCORI Fee
Preparing for the Upcoming PCORI Fee The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee filing deadline is fast approaching! Here’s what you need to know: Key […]
HHS Issues Updates on Cybersecurity Incidents
HHS Issues Updates on Cybersecurity Incidents On May 31,2024, HHS’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) released updated FAQs addressing the investigation of Change Healthcare (a […]
IRS Releases Guidance on Disaster Relief Distributions and Loans under 401(k) Plans
On May 3, 2024, the IRS issued guidance in the form of “frequently asked questions” (FAQs) on disaster relief distributions and expanded loans under qualified […]
HHS New Rule On PHI Disclosures for Reproductive Health Care
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is requiring group health plans (as HIPAA covered entities) to modify their rules regarding the uses and […]
IRS Extends Relief for Certain Required Minimum Distributions
On April 16, 2024, the IRS issued Notice 2024-35, which extends the relief that the IRS has twice previously granted plan sponsors with respect to […]