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The information and content contained in this blog are for general informational purposes only, and does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice. As always, for specific questions concerning your health or 401(k) plans, please consult your own ERISA attorney or professional advisor.
H&W: IRS Releases Publications 502 and 503 for 2014 Tax Returns
The IRS releases Publications 502 and 503 for use in preparing 2014 tax returns. Publication 502 includes medical expenses that are deductible on a taxpayer’s 2014 return and Publication 503 covers the requirements necessary to claim the dependent care tax credit.
H&W: Reinsurance Contribution Rates for 2016
November 26, 2014: The Department of Health and Human Services released proposed 2016 Reinsurance Contribution Rates. Click Here The proposed reinsurance contribution rate for 2016 is $27 annually per enrollee. As a reminder, ACA requires health insurance issuers and self-funded group
H&W: ACA Forms 1094 & 1095 Reporting
You heard it was coming and you’ve seen it start to arrive. You’ve also heard the old saying, “In Like a Lion and Out Like a Lamb,” or vice versa, and although that saying has nothing to do with health
H&W: Low Stop-loss Specs and the ACA
The Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently issued guidance [TR 2014-01] expressing its views on whether ERISA preempts state regulation of stop-loss insurance. This guidance will be of interest to employers that sponsor self-insured health plans and purchase stop-loss coverage with