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ACA PCORI Fees Increasing in 2022
Earlier this month the IRS issued a notice indicating that the fees associated with Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) are increasing this year. For plans that end on or after Read More
IRS Releases Further Guidance on COBRA Continuation Coverage
The 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 Read More
American Rescue Plan Introduces New Changes to COBRA
3 minute read: Biden’s American Rescue Plan (ARP) has reshaped the way Americans receive and qualify for healthcare coverage, including COBRA. Before diving into the specifics of how the ARP Read More
New Stimulus Plan Expands PTC Eligibility, Employer Penalties
3 minute read: President Joe Biden recently signed into law the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and it includes provisions that make ACA healthcare coverage more accessible to Americans. The $1.9 Read More
ACA to Aid Millions in Obtaining Healthcare, KFF Report Finds
2 minute read: The data is in: at least 27 million Americans have lost employer-sponsored health coverage as a result of COVID-19. The Kaiser Family Foundation issued a report in Read More
The ACA PCORI Fee Deadline is Fast Approaching
2 minute read: This time last year was presumed to be the last time health insurers and employers offering self-funded health insurance plans would have to pay PCORI fees, but Read More
Employers Must Make PCORI Fee Payments in 2020
2 minute read: As part of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2020 signed by the Trump Administration, PCORI fees were extended through September 30, 2029. Employers should keep a Read More
PCORI Fees Extended Through 2029
2 minute read: The annual PCORI fees have been extended through September 30, 2029 as a result of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2020. Health insurers and plan sponsors Read More
We Answer Your ACA Employer Mandate Questions
3 minute read: We hosted an ACA webinar in July with HR.com, and were asked several questions relating to the ACA’s Employer Mandate. The answers are now available on our Read More
ACA’s Annual PCORI Fees Are Due to the IRS by the End of July
2 minute read: The annual PCORI fees are due by the end of the month from health insurers and plan sponsors offering self-funded health insurance plans. On July 31, these Read More
IRS Releases New ACA PCORI Fees
2 minute read: The IRS has released new PCORI rate for health insurance plans that end on or after October 1, 2018 and before October 1, 2019. PCORI fees are Read More
ACA Compliance Doesn’t Have to Burden HR Staff
5 minute read: Human Resources staff have a difficult job. They help keep their organizations running smoothly by ensuring, to the greatest degree possible, that the employer is in compliance Read More
The ACA’s Annual PCORI Fees Due to IRS at the End of July
2 minute read: The annual PCORI fees are due at the end of the month from health insurers and plan sponsors offering self-funded health insurance plans. On July 31, these Read More
1094-C/1095-C Audit Can Prevent IRS ACA Penalties
3 minute read: If your organization has met the deadline to file and furnish schedules 1094-C and 1095-C to the IRS for Affordable Care Act reporting for the 2017 tax Read More
Two New Health Care Tax Bills Approved Pending AHCA Passing
There was a time in the early stages of the ACA repeal where the Trump Administration shrugged off any ACA-mandated taxes going forward. The growing concern was that a repeal Read More
Form 5500 Gets A Makeover: Find Out What Has Changed
Form 5500 is getting a makeover. The forms are under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), will now require more information to complete from plan sponsors. While Read More
How Will COBRA Coding Change In 2016?
The IRS has released the draft Form 1095-C, which clarifies coding for coverage for COBRA. At the start of 2016, the FAQ section of the IRS site no longer provided Read More
Form 5500’s Proposed Changes: An Update
News that the DOL planned to change Form 5500 surfaced several weeks ago and now more information has become available. In line with recent increased focus from the DOL and Read More
