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Eleventh Circuit Affirms Wellness Program Complies with ADA
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit upheld a lower court decision that a wellness program that requires employees...
Dec 3, 2012
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New Rules Released on Healthcare Reform Provisions
Last week the Obama administration released new proposed rules on employer-based wellness programs, essential health benefits, and...
Nov 28, 2012
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Delays in Healthcare Reform Enforcement Would Be Welcome
With the re-election of the President, the future of the healthcare reform law for employers and employees is clear. Employers must...
Nov 13, 2012
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Healthcare Reform Guidance Will Now Come Fast and Strong
President Barack Obama’s victory on Tuesday finally removes most of the remaining uncertainty about the healthcare reform law that has...
Nov 8, 2012
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Health Plan Compliance Websites
The healthcare reform law calls for guidance from various agencies (often jointly), including the Department of Health and Human Services...
Oct 31, 2012
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Medicare Part D Notices Due by October 15th
The annual Notice of Creditable Coverage required under Medicare Part D must be distributed prior to October 15th. The Centers for...
Sep 19, 2012
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Contraceptive Coverage Mandate - Religious Objection Update
Under healthcare reform’s preventive services rules, a non-grandfathered, non-excepted group health plan must cover contraceptive drugs,...
Sep 17, 2012
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Federal Government Issues Final Rule for Student Health Plans
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule clarifying that students will have access to coverage and...
Sep 11, 2012
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Federal Agencies Issue Guidance on 90-Day Waiting Period & Full-Time Determination
Recently released guidance provides employers with additional details regarding two issues relating to employer responsibilities under...
Sep 10, 2012
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Patient Protection Act to Charge Plans New Transitional Reinsurance Fee in 2014
Starting in 2014, the healthcare law will impose a new reinsurance program fee that will affect sponsors of both insured and self-funded...
Sep 4, 2012
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