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Now that ACA reporting season is behind us, it’s time to submit any required ACA corrections. Read on to learn if you need to and how to do so.

A recent penalty notice from the IRS demonstrates that the agency is requiring employers to provide proof of ACA full-time calculations.

The IRS is expected to continue its use of levy power to satisfy outstanding ACA penalties. Learn about the risks and how to ensure you can remain vigilant.

The Biden Administration has revealed its final rule to streamline and simplify Medicaid enrollment processes. Learn what it means for employer ACA compliance.

Receiving an ACA penalty from the IRS is never a good thing. But with the right process and approach, your business can reduce or eliminate it.

The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals recently heard oral arguments regarding the ACA’s preventive care services. We cover the details here.

The ACA electronic filing deadline for the 2023 tax year is April 1, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know about the approaching due date.

A federal court rules that a transgender woman’s discrimination claim can proceed under ACA. The result of the case could expand minimum essential coverage.

As the 2024 election approaches, learn about Trump’s stance on the ACA and its potential impact on U.S. healthcare.

It’s that time of year again. Organizations that opt to paper file their ACA details for the 2023 tax will need to submit them to the IRS by today, Feb. …

The IRS recently made available the 2024 ACA penalty amounts for non-compliance with the Employer Mandate. And they have increased yet again. In Rev. Proc. 2023-17, the tax agency makes …

After a sharp fall in 2023, M&A activity is expected to rise in 2024. But ensuring ACA compliance during mergers can slip down the priority list of both target and …

The stakes just got higher for employers that misclassify their workers.  The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its new Independent Contractor Rule, which takes effect on March 11, 2024, …

It’s that time of year again – Affordable Care Act reporting season, when employers prepare to comply with ACA 1095-C furnishing deadline 2023. To meet ACA deadlines, employers must furnish …

There’s good news for Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) in 2024 when it comes to filing their state ACA reports. Because the filing date falls on a Sunday, they’ll have an …

How do employers prove to the IRS that the healthcare plans they offer their workforce are affordable under the ACA? It’s an important question for Applicable Large Employers (ALEs), employers …

We recently held a webinar regarding changes pertinent to the upcoming ACA reporting season. After receiving numerous questions from attendees during the session, we thought it best to compile and …

As 2024 approaches, now is the time to begin preparing for the 2023 ACA reporting requirements. To assist you with your ACA responsibilities, we’ve curated a list of some of …

Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance may be here to stay. This election cycle is the first time in more than a decade that the ACA has taken a back burner …

The IRS recently announced the ACA affordability threshold for the 2024 tax year and it’s significantly lower than last year’s, which was a historic low at the time.  In IRC …

The IRS recently released new Affordable Care Act (ACA) IRS forms for 2023. The now well-known “Employer Mandate” outlines employer responsibilities for ensuring employees, and their families, have access to …

With open enrollment for the 2024 calendar year approaching quickly, organizations should turn their attention to ACA compliance efforts to ensure their processes and procedures for administering health plans are …

Employers have long taken on the role of providing healthcare coverage for employees—it’s a highly valued benefit that can help employers stand out in competitive job markets. The advent of …

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was designed to lessen the financial burden of healthcare insurance for Americans and ensure access to insurance for all. Employers have taken on an important …

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has reshaped the healthcare landscape, introducing a number of daunting compliance challenges in the process. Navigating the ACA compliance landscape can be challenging, even for …

The landscape of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been witnessing significant shifts, particularly concerning subsidies and their implications. We’ve recently explored how IRS safe harbors for affordability help businesses …

The IRS has issued its first ACA penalty letters for tax year 2021. While employers have been forewarned, many may not be fully armed to respond in a timely and …

Is your business ready to face increased government scrutiny of Affordable Care Act (ACA) Employer Mandate compliance? A recent surge in resources targeting tax evaders and ACA enforcement means that …

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has undergone recent developments that carry significant implications for employer ACA compliance and reporting requirements. One of the most notable changes is the resolution of …

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has intensified its enforcement of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) Employer Mandate, signaling a shift in its approach toward suspected non-compliance. Recent reports indicate that …