IRS Issues Guidance on COVID-19 Relief for Health FSAs and DCAPs
The IRS has released guidance to clarify rules for Section 125 plans, FSA and DCAPs. This bulletin summarizes that guidance. Read More
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Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA): Benefits Provisions
The CAA includes key provisions for group health plans, including surprise medical billing, cost transparency, tax-favored accounts and mental health parity. Read More
2021 Health Plan Compliance Deadlines
This Compliance Overview explains key 2021 compliance deadlines for group health plans and outlines the notices that employers must provide annually. Read More
Proposed Rules Would Amend Requirements for Wellness Program Incentives
On Jan. 7, 2021, the EEOC issued two proposed rules on wellness programs under the ADA and GINA. Read More
DOL Issues New FAQs About FFCRA Leave Requirements
On Dec. 31, 2020, the DoL issued Q&As to address entitlement to FFCRA leave after 12/31/20, and payment for FFCRA leave taken before 12/31/20. Read More
DOL to Accept Telemedicine as In-person Visit for FMLA
On Dec. 29, 2020, the DOL published a bulletin to provide enforcement guidance regarding the use of telemedicine as an in-person visit for FMLA purposes. Read More
Stimulus Bill Includes Special Rules for FSAs
The Stimulus Bill provides temporary special rules for health and dependent care FSAs that give employees additional time to use these funds. Read More
2022 Proposed Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters
On Dec. 4, 2020, HHS published its proposed Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for the 2022 plan year. Read More
Dependent Coverage Rules: Reminders for Employers
ACA imposes strict requirements on plans that provide dependent coverage. This Compliance Bulletin provides an overview of the rules that employers must follow. Read More