EEOC Issues Proposed Rule Relating to Genetic Information and Wellness Programs
On October 30, 2015, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a Proposed rule to amend the regulations implementing Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) as they relate to employer wellness programs that are part of group health plans. The Proposed rule would allow employers to offer financial incentives and inducements to […]
There’s Still Time to Get Help With ACA Reporting For 2015!
As ACA reporting deadlines for the 2015 tax year quickly approach, many organizations have found that the task of 1094/1095 reporting is too arduous to take on internally. At this point in the year, many payroll providers and independent companies have implemented strict registration deadlines for early November. If you are looking to outsource your reporting, […]
CMS Provides Clarity on PACE Act Implications for States
The Providing Affordable Coverage for Employees (PACE) Act amended the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) and redefined small employers as those with 50 or fewer employees; it also gives states the option to expand the definition to include employers with up to 100 employees (or, practically speaking, those with 51 to 100 employees, […]
Mark Sulpizio Named New Board Member of YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties
Please join us in congratulating Innovative’s Mark Sulpizio on his admission to the Board of Governors of the YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties! Mark joins a prestigious group of community leaders who volunteer their time and expertise to bring positive change to the region. The YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties has been serving […]
ACA’s Auto-Enrollment Requirement Repealed
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) initially required employers with more than 200 full-time employees and that offer employees one or more health benefit plans must automatically enroll (and re-enroll existing) full-time employees into one of the health plans (subject to any waiting period authorized by law), in accordance with DOL regulations. Following […]
DOL Issues FAQ on Mental Health Parity and ACA Market Reform Provisions
In October 2015, the Department of Labor (DOL) provided an informational FAQ relating to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) market reform provisions. Non-grandfathered group health plans and individual or group market health insurance must cover a variety of preventive services without any cost-sharing […]
Halloween at Innovative
Last Friday, the Innovative team got into the Halloween spirit by dressing up and celebrating with friends and family at the 2015 Innovative Halloween party. Guests enjoyed delicious food prepared by Georgetti’s Catering and employees brought Halloween-themed treats for dessert. A big thank you to Mark, Terriann and our Wellness team for putting on a great […]
IRS Proposed Regulations Recognize Same Sex Marriage
In June 2015, the Supreme Court ruled in Obergefell v Hodges that the 14th Amendment requires a state to license a marriage between two people of the same sex, and to recognize a marriage between two people of the same sex when their marriage was lawfully licensed and performed out of state. The IRS has […]
Innovative Founders Host Moorestown Progressive Dinner
Innovative Benefit Planning was proud to support Oaks Integrated by sponsoring, attending and hosting the 2015 Moorestown Progressive Dinner on October 16th. Innovative Principals, Mark Sulpizio and Terriann Procida, hosted a group of professionals from the Moorestown community for a special dinner prepared by Chef Todd-Jay Annese from Brio Tuscan Grill. Over 150 attendees enjoyed a […]
Innovative Welcomes Sean Healy!
Innovative is excited to announce the addition of our newest team member, Sean Healy! Sean, formerly a technology sales rep for ADP, brings his 5 years of expertise with HR and benefit administrative technology to Innovative. Sean graduated from Kutztown University with a degree in accounting and later expanded into the financial market by receiving […]
