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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

COVID-19 National Emergency Ends

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President Biden signed a resolution which ended the COVID-19 national emergency as of April 10, 2023. Both the national emergency and public health emergency (PHE) were supposed to...

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Mental Health and Self-Care

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Self-care has a direct correlation to mental health. Self-care can be defined as activities done intentionally to make a positive impact on your physical, mental, and emotional...

New ACA Reporting Filing Rules for 2024

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The Affordable Care Act (ACA) created reporting requirements under IRS Revenue Code Sections 6055 and 6056. The rules state certain employers must provide information to the IRS about...

General Health, Wellness, and Nutrition Medical Expenses FAQs

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The IRS released FAQs which provide guidance on whether certain expenses related to wellness, general health, and nutrition are medical expenses that can be paid or reimbursed by a...

Americans Spend Little Time Choosing a Health Plan During Enrollment

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The Consumer Engagement in Health Care Survey has revealed that many Americans don’t closely review their health care options when making their selection during open enrollment.

ACA Pay or Play Penalties Will Increase for 2024

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The IRS released updated employer responsibility (pay or play) penalty amounts under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The rules require applicable large employers (ALE) to offer...

Pharmacy Benefit Managers Scrutinized

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Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) have been under investigation recently. PBMs negotiate rebates with drug manufacturers on behalf of a health insurance plan. Earlier this year,...

Top Health Priorities in the U.S.

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The first quarterly Axios-Ipsos American Health Index surveyed Americans about health-related behaviors.

Employers Looking to Change Health and Well-Being Vendors in the Next 2 Years

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According to a recent Willis Towers Watson report, 88% of the 232 U.S. employers surveyed are seeking new health and wellness vendors. They are changing vendors to better meet their...

6 Cost-cutting Tips for Employers

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Due to economic downturn and ongoing labor challenges, employers are searching for ways to save money. Being savvy can help employers identify areas to reduce expenses without...