IRS Issues Rules on Same-Sex Marriages
On Aug. 29, 2013, the IRS issued Revenue Ruling 2013-17, which describes how the IRS will handle same-sex marriages for federal tax purposes in light of the U.S. Supreme Court […]
The October 1st Deadline Is Just Around The Corner: Employers Must Provide Notices Regarding Availability of Exchange Coverage
A provision of the 2010 health care reform law requires employers to provide notices to all employees regarding the availability of health coverage options through the state-based exchanges created pursuant […]
Ensure Employee Health and Reap the Benefits
It sounds simple enough: improve workforce health, reduce health care costs. It’s a private matter, one’s health, but many employers invest in on-site exercise equipment, sports teams or any number […]
The Real Story on Out-Of-Pocket Maximums
Last week several media outlets picked up a FAQ that the Department of Labor issued in February of this year. (The FAQ may be accessed here: FAQs about Affordable Care […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Grandfathered Plans – Part Two
Those employers with grandfathered status need to decide if maintaining grandfathered status is their best option for the coming year. Here is a continuation of the questions asked most frequently, […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Grandfathered Plans – Part One
As employers determine their plan designs for the coming year, those with grandfathered status need to decide if maintaining grandfathered status is their best option. Following are some frequently asked […]
Seafood, Your Healthy Heart Hero
Seafood and Your Healthy Heart Following a healthy diet is a proven way to reduce your risk of heart disease. Pairing healthy eating with a physically active lifestyle will lower […]
The Individual Mandate: Noteworthy Numbers
For 2013: The tax filing threshold is $10,000 if filing single and $20,000 if married and filing jointly. Federal Poverty Level (FPL) in the 48 contiguous states is $11,490 for […]
Individual Mandate: Who Is Exempt?
While most people must obtain coverage or pay penalties, individuals in these situations will not be penalized if they do not obtain coverage: They do not have access to […]
Individual Mandate: Who Is Eligible For Premium Subsidies?
To help lower-income people meet the requirement to have insurance, a premium subsidy will be available to a person who: Purchases coverage through a public marketplace/exchange; and Has a household […]
