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Medical Professional Insurance Faces Challenges in 2021
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
2020 was quite a year. The pandemic bared down on healthcare organizations, and many are still squarely in the midst of it.
Significant Employee Benefit Changes Contained in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Congress passed the $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The bill includes significant employee benefits related provisions including a federal subsidy that will cover 100% of the cost of COBRA continuation coverage for up to 6 months for individuals who have had an involuntary termination of employment or reduction in hours. The bill also includes an increase in the amount an employee can elect to contribute tax-free to a §129 Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).
Employee Resiliency and Impacts on Productivity: Why You Should Promote Your Employee Assistance Program
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Studies show that inspired and engaged employees are 55% more productive, which can mean a great deal to a company struggling during the pandemic.
New DOL Outbreak Period and Extended Time Frames Guidance
Monday, March 1, 2021
The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued new guidance regarding notice and disclosure timeframe relief for employee benefit plans and plan participants due to COVID-19. EBSA Disaster Relief Notice 2021-01 (The Joint Notice) clarifies that the deadline for extended timeframes, such as a COBRA election, are based on each participant’s individual circumstances, rather than on a fixed period applicable to all notices and disclosures. This interpretation will create significant administrative challenges for plan sponsors and administrators.
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