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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has published an updated Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) poster for employers to use to meet the law’s workplace posting requirement. The new...
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The IRS released a Chief Counsel Advice Memorandum regarding important reminders about claims substantiation requirements for flexible spending accounts (FSAs). The requirements apply...
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Several health insurers including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Aetna are making plans to revamp their prior authorization processes. Prior authorization or preauthorization is when a...
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New FAQs were issued regarding the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) preventative care coverage requirement. They were issued in response to a recent court decision (Braidwood Management...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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,...
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The first quarterly Axios-Ipsos American Health Index surveyed Americans about health-related behaviors.
