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The 2023 open enrollment may be more challenging than usual. With many employees feeling the financial strain of inflation, it could impact the choices they make when it comes to...

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New medicines are being launched with record-high prices this year. The median annual price of 13 new drugs the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved to treat chronic conditions...

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The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury Department has released the final rule to implement the ban on surprise medical billing. The rule finalizes the two...

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Traditionally, health outcomes were improved by expanding access to the health care system. But recently, there has been an increased focus on taking a broader approach due to the...

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President Joe Biden recently signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. Although the law is primarily aimed at fighting inflation and reducing carbon emissions, it contains several...

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The IRS revised its frequently asked questions, updating the pay or play penalty amounts for 2023. The pay or play rules, also referred to as employer shared responsibility is part of...

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According to the early results from Mercer’s National Survey of Employer-sponsored Health Plans 2022, the average health benefit cost per U.S. employee is expected to increase by 5.6%...

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With the increased usage of telehealth due to the pandemic, the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services jointly issued guidance which addresses federal nondiscrimination...

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The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury Department jointly issued new FAQs regarding the contraceptive coverage mandate under the Affordable Care Act...

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The United States has declared monkeypox a Public Health Emergency. The declaration will help mobilize more resources to fight the outbreak. There are currently more than 6,600 cases in...