DOL & HHS Answer FAQs Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine Coverage and Premiums
On Oct. 4, 2021, the Departments of Labor (DOL), Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Treasury (Departments) issued FAQs addressing rules regarding premium incentives for COVID-19 vaccinations and rapid coverage of preventive services for...
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Federal Courts Rule Companies May be Required to Provide Paid Military Leave
Federal Courts: USERRA May Require Paid Military Leave The federal Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) provides job protections for employees who are absent from work due to service in uniformed services. Among...
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Medicare Part D Notices Are Due Before Oct. 15, 2021
Each year, Medicare Part D requires group health plan sponsors to disclose to individuals who are eligible for Medicare Part D and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) whether the health plan’s...
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COBRA Subsidy Expiration Notice Due by Sept. 15
COBRA Subsidy Expiration Notice Due by Sept. 15 (Sooner for Some) The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provides COBRA premium assistance to eligible individuals and imposes notice requirements on health plans. One such requirement is...
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