August 15 was the deadline for Biden’s federal special enrollment period. Preliminary data finds over 2.5 million Americans opted to receive healthcare coverage. Of the 2.5 million, 1.8 million enrolled …
August 2021
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ACA ComplianceCOBRA
IRS Releases Further Guidance on COBRA Continuation Coverage
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenThe IRS recently issued a notice that further clarifies the usage of Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) coverage as amended via the American Rescue Plan (ARP). IRS Notice 2021-46 …
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ACA ComplianceAffordable Care ActLegislation
Calculating FT and FTE Employees [UPDATED]
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenAs part of their annual filing of healthcare coverage information with the IRS, organizations must determine if they are Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) for purposes of the Affordable Care Act …
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Several health carriers are experiencing growth because of the recent Affordable Care Act advancements. Most notably is CVS Health Corp. and its affiliated health insurance business, Aetna. Last week the …
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ACA Compliance
CMS Proposed Rule to Provide Greater Access to ACA Coverage
by Chris Areyby Chris AreyThe Biden administration is yet again making strides to bolster the Affordable Care Act. This time, it’s through a proposed rule that aims to strengthen the ACA’s federal and state …