800-945-5513
 
Request a Consultation
MyEnroll360 Login

News-to-Use

Question of the Week - Missed COBRA Notice
Q: What happens if we forget to send a COBRA qualifying event letter and the employee doesn’t receive their COBRA election notice on time?
READ MORE

Fraud Prevention in Benefits Administration: Protecting Plans and ...
Benefits fraud is a growing concern for HR professionals, especially as employers navigate increasingly complex health and wellness offerings. From inflated claims to ...
READ MORE

Managing Benefits for Remote and Multistate Employees
The rise of remote and hybrid work has transformed how HR professionals manage employee benefits. With staff now residing across multiple states, sometimes relocating ...
READ MORE

Mid-Year ACA Compliance Review
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Top 5 Questions to Ask Ally—Your New AI Benefits Assistant
Ally, our new AI-powered assistant, is here to help you navigate MyEnroll360 faster and more confidently than ever. But where do you begin?
READ MORE

How to Use Ally and the BAS Help Center for Easy Benefits Support
Now that the BAS Help Center and Ally, our smart new AI assistant, are officially live, you’ve got an easier, faster way to get answers about your benefits—any time, ...
READ MORE

Introducing Ally: BAS Launches AI-Powered Help Center for Smarter ...
We’re excited to officially launch the BAS Help Center—your new home for benefits support. It’s smarter, faster, and more helpful than ever thanks to Ally, our new ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - HDHP and HSA
Q.- An employee elected a health FSA effective 1/1 and now during their annual open enrollment for a 7/1 plan, they are considering enrolling in a High-Deductible HSA ...
READ MORE

What HR Needs to Know About Internal Threats
When it comes to cybersecurity, much of the attention tends to focus on external threats including hackers, phishing scams, and ransomware attacks. But some of the most ...
READ MORE

Leave of Absence Billing and Collection Services in MyEnroll360
Effective billing and collection services are important for ensuring the smooth operation of insurance premium payments. BAS’ services streamline the process of ...
READ MORE

EEO-1 Reporting Now Open
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has officially opened the EEO-1 Component 1 data collection for the 2024 reporting year. Employers required to file ...
READ MORE

ACA Compliance Reminder: Collecting Dependent Social Security Numbers
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA and Credit Card Payments
Q.- A terminated employee wants to elect COBRA. He said he doesn’t have a checking account anymore and told us we have to allow him to pay using his credit card. Is this ...
READ MORE

Protecting Personal Information at Work
As HR professionals, we know that protecting personal information is vital to building trust with employees, safeguarding sensitive company data, and staying compliant ...
READ MORE

ACA Compliance and Data Entry with MyEnroll360
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. For HR professionals seeking an efficient and hassle-free ...
READ MORE

AI in HR: What Tools Are Actually Helpful for Benefits Administration
The landscape of human resources technology is increasingly populated with artificial intelligence solutions promising to transform benefits administration. Amid ...
READ MORE

Due Diligence Considerations for ACA Compliance in Mergers and ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA for Employee on Leave of Absence
Q.- We have an employee who is currently on long-term disability. Company policy is to discontinue an employee’s medical benefits if they are on leave longer than 6 ...
READ MORE

Secure Termination Practices
When an employee leaves the company, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, offboarding involves more than returning equipment and conducting exit interviews. One often ...
READ MORE

Easy Access to QELs in MyEnroll360
There may be times when HR needs to reference a qualifying event letter sent to a continuant. BAS’ MyEnroll360 provides easy access to COBRA or Continuation of Coverage ...
READ MORE

Wellness Programs Under Scrutiny: Legal Risks and Best Practices
Wellness programs remain a popular feature of employer benefit offerings, aimed at improving employee health and managing long-term costs. From biometric screenings and ...
READ MORE

RxDC Reporting Deadline Approaches for Group Health Plans
The annual deadline for Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) reporting is fast approaching. By June 1, 2025, all employer-sponsored group health plans, whether fully ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Mailing COBRA Qualifying Event Notices
Q.- Are we required to send COBRA qualifying event notices by certified mail to make sure they are received?
READ MORE

Protecting Records Before a Disaster Strikes
As we head into peak disaster season with National Wildfire Awareness Month in May and National Hurricane Preparedness Week running May 4 to 10, the IRS is reminding ...
READ MORE

New Client Setup with BAS
No matter what services you are engaging Benefit Allocation Systems to provide, BAS makes sure the implementation process is thorough, communicative and easy. This sets ...
READ MORE

IRS Releases 2026 HSA and HRA Limits: What HR Needs to Know
The IRS has released the 2026 inflation-adjusted limits for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs), and excepted benefit Health ...
READ MORE

Court Ruling Casts Doubt on ACA Employer Mandate Penalties
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. A recent federal court decision in Texas could ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Mid-Year Election Change
Q.- An employee enrolled in our health plan wants to drop coverage. Can we let employees cancel coverage whenever they want?
READ MORE

HR Departments As Prime Targets for Social Engineering
In today's interconnected workplace, HR departments have become particularly attractive targets for cybercriminals employing social engineering tactics. With access to ...
READ MORE

Requesting COBRA Coupons
As a courtesy to continuants, Cobra Control Services (CCS) provides monthly payment coupons for continuants to use to remit payment for coverage. These coupons are not ...
READ MORE

Benefits Customization: Meeting Diverse Needs Without Administrative ...
The era of one-size-fits-all benefits packages is fading as organizations recognize the diverse needs of today's workforce. A 62-year-old executive with adult children ...
READ MORE

Measurement Period Best Practices for Variable-Hour Employees
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA Notices in Non-English Languages
Q.- Do we have to provide a COBRA qualifying event election letter in a non-English language if we know the recipient does not speak English?
READ MORE

Helping Employees Make Smart Choices About Website Cookies
As more organizations focus on cybersecurity awareness, one often-overlooked area is the use of cookies when browsing websites. While most employees are familiar with ...
READ MORE

Involuntary/Voluntary Termination Removed from CCS’ COBRA QEL Module
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) passed during the COVID pandemic created a 100% COBRA premium subsidy for certain individuals entitled to COBRA. To be eligible for ...
READ MORE

Spousal Surcharges and Dependent Audits: What Employers Need to Know
As healthcare costs continue to rise, employers are exploring strategies to manage plan expenses without reducing the quality of coverage. Two increasingly popular tools ...
READ MORE

Managing ACA Coverage During FMLA and Other Leaves of Absence
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

What to Watch for After ACA Filings
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires certain employers ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Stopping FSA Contributions
Q.- An employee said he is really strapped for cash and wants to cancel his health FSA contributions. Can we let him stop participating?
READ MORE

Password Security: A Small Step That Protects a Lot
In today’s digital workplace, strong password practices are more than an IT issue; they're a shared responsibility that protects employee data, business operations, and ...
READ MORE

MyEnroll360 Retiree Billing
BAS offers a complete, worry-free Retiree Premium Billing Solution. BAS’ retiree billing provides seamless retiree premium billing services on one platform.
READ MORE

Retention Strategies for a Multi-Generational Workforce
Today's workplace presents a unique historical phenomenon: five generations potentially working side by side, each bringing distinct expectations, communication styles, ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA Upon Company Going out of Business
Q.- We are going out of business. What do we do about our employees’ benefits? Our business is part of a controlled group but our employees don’t have anything to do ...
READ MORE

How to Help Employees Who Have Been Hacked
Data security is not just the responsibility of the IT department. In many cases, employees are the first line of defense when it comes to recognizing suspicious ...
READ MORE

Library Repository in MyEnroll360
MyEnroll360 provides employers the ability to create a comprehensive reference library for centralizing Human Resources documents. The Reference Library feature allows ...
READ MORE

Voluntary Benefits That Boost Engagement Without Increasing Costs
In today’s competitive hiring market, employees are looking for more than just a paycheck—they want flexibility, personalization, and support for all aspects of life. ...
READ MORE

IRS Letter 226J Responses: Step-by-Step Guide to Addressing Employer ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Late COBRA Payment
Q.: What happens if a former employee on our health plan through COBRA makes a late payment?
READ MORE

Reporting Security Incidents: When and How to Speak Up
Organizations often invest heavily in sophisticated security technologies while overlooking their most valuable security asset: vigilant employees. Creating an ...
READ MORE

Direct Deposit for FSA Reimbursements
For employees, getting FSA reimbursements quickly and securely is simple. By setting up direct deposit through ACH (Automated Clearing House), they can have funds ...
READ MORE

The Hidden Compliance Risks in Benefits Communications
Even the most well-designed employee benefits program can create significant legal exposure if communications aren't managed carefully. While HR professionals usually ...
READ MORE

Responding to ACA Marketplace Notices When Employees Receive Subsidies
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA and FSA Carryover
Q.: An employee terminated employment. He did not have a health FSA election for the plan year, but he did have a carryover balance from prior years. Should he be given ...
READ MORE

Social Engineering Red Flags: Helping Employees Identify Fake "Boss" ...
As HR professionals, educating your workforce about social engineering threats is increasingly important. One of the most effective cyber attacks targets employees by ...
READ MORE

Streamlining Retiree Management: BAS Death Verification Service
Organizations managing retiree benefits face a persistent challenge: unreported deaths lead to continued benefit payments, wasted resources, and compliance risks. When ...
READ MORE

Health Plan Cost Containment Strategies That Don't Reduce Coverage
In the face of continuously rising healthcare costs, HR departments nationwide find themselves walking a tightrope: how to manage expenses without diminishing the ...
READ MORE

Understanding ACA Compliance and Form 1094-B/C Transmission ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week – FSA Documentation for Prescriptions
Q. - What type of documentation is needed for a Prescription to be reimbursed from a Health FSA?
READ MORE

Ensuring HIPAA Compliance in MyEnroll360
At BAS, we take data security and privacy seriously, especially when it comes to protecting sensitive health information. We are pleased to assure our employees, ...
READ MORE

Dependent Day Care FSAs and Reimbursement Requirements
A dependent day care flexible spending account (FSA) is a pre-tax benefit account that helps employees pay for eligible child care or dependent care expenses. These ...
READ MORE

Cafeteria Plans and Mid-Year Life Events
A cafeteria plan is a type of employee benefits program that allows employees to choose from a selection of pre-tax benefit options, similar to selecting items from a ...
READ MORE

ACA Compliance for Multi-State Employers: Navigating Varying ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Retirement and FSA
Q.- An employee is retiring in July. He elected a $3,300 FSA contribution. Can he be reimbursed for the full election even though the total amount will not have been ...
READ MORE

Preventing Insider Threats: Building Security Without Sacrificing ...
In today's data-driven workplace, some of the most significant security vulnerabilities come not from external hackers but from within. Insider threats, whether ...
READ MORE

Documentation for Health FSA Reimbursements
When submitting a Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) reimbursement request, it’s important to understand that a credit card receipt alone is not sufficient ...
READ MORE

Strategies for Boosting Employee Engagement
Employee engagement is an important part of workplace productivity, job satisfaction, and retention. When employees feel connected to their work and valued by their ...
READ MORE

Understanding Marketplace Coverage
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA for Terminated Employee Moving Out of ...
Q.- An employee is terminating employment, and we know he is moving far away. Do we have to offer him COBRA if we know he will be outside our plan’s coverage area?
READ MORE

The Importance of a Disaster Recovery Plan for HR Departments
In an unpredictable world, organizations must be prepared for various disruptions, including natural disasters, cyberattacks, and system failures. While disaster ...
READ MORE

BAS Premium Billing and Collection Services
BAS offers a suite of premium billing solutions on the MyEnroll360 platform, including Retiree, COBRA, Direct (individual), and Location premium & expense billing ...
READ MORE

Using Employee Benefits as a Strategic Tool for Hiring and Retention
In today’s competitive job market, offering a competitive salary is no longer enough to attract and retain top talent. Employees are looking for comprehensive benefits ...
READ MORE

IRS 1094 Transmissions
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Resuming COBRA After Terminating Coverage
Q.- A former employee continued coverage under COBRA. She terminated COBRA effective 12/31/2024 and enrolled in a Marketplace plan starting 1/1/2025. She doesn’t like ...
READ MORE

Customizing Login Statement for Employer Privacy/Security ...
When users log www.MyEnroll.com, they are directed to a landing page with an information statement. Before users can move further into MyEnroll360, they must click a ...
READ MORE

Helping Employees Log Into MyEnroll360
As an employer, you play a key role in ensuring your employees can easily access their MyEnroll360 accounts. Use this guide to help your team members navigate the login ...
READ MORE

Health Savings Accounts in 2025
As healthcare costs continue to rise, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) remain a tool for employees seeking to manage their medical expenses efficiently. The Congressional ...
READ MORE

Guidance Released on Form 1095-C Alternative Distribution Requirements
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Use for Form 1095-C
Q.- What do employees do with the Form 1095-C we send to them? Do they have to file the forms with their taxes?
READ MORE

Avoiding Insider Threats: Identifying and Mitigating Risks from ...
While many businesses focus on external cyber threats, insider threats—risks that come from employees, contractors, or other trusted individuals—can be just as damaging. ...
READ MORE

Printing FSA Claim Forms
Employees who do not want to submit online requests for reimbursements from their flexible spending account plans or health reimbursement plans can send receipts through ...
READ MORE

Navigating Employee Terminations
Employee terminations are a challenging aspect of workforce management. Whether due to performance issues, restructuring, or misconduct, employers must handle ...
READ MORE

New Six-Year Statute of Limitations on ACA Employer Penalties ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Timing of COBRA Start Date
Q: A former employee did not have to use coverage during the month she left employment. She wants to start COBRA at the beginning of the second month. We would be fine ...
READ MORE

Recognizing Social Engineering Scams: Protecting Yourself and Company ...
Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, usingsocial engineering scams to manipulate employees into revealing sensitive information or granting ...
READ MORE

Viewing Current Benefits
Employees often have questions about the benefits in which they are enrolled. BAS makes it easy for employers to quickly answer an employee’s benefit enrollment ...
READ MORE

Remote Work Best Practices
While many companies are increasing their return-to-office requirements, remote work remains a key part of today’s workforce. Whether employees are fully remote or ...
READ MORE

Determining Affordability of Health Coverage for 2025
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Plan Offered to COBRA Continuant
Q.- An employee terminated employment and is receiving a COBRA election. She was on our buy-up plan but says she wants to have our standard plan under COBRA. Do we have ...
READ MORE

Tips for Avoiding Phishing Emails
Phishing emails are one of the most common cyber threats targeting individuals and organizations. Phishing is a cyberattack where scammers send fraudulent emails ...
READ MORE

Copies of Qualifying Event Letters
Did you know that when you process a COBRA or Continuation of Coverage qualifying event letter in MyEnroll360 it is available for download on the next business day?
READ MORE

Annual Medicare Part D Disclosure: What Employers Need to Know
As part of the compliance requirements under Medicare Part D, employers who offer prescription drug coverage to employees or retirees must submit an annual disclosure to ...
READ MORE

State Mandated Reporting for the Affordable Care Act
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Guidance for Completing Line 16 of Form 1095-C
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - FSA Reimbursements and LTC Premiums
Q.- Can Long Term Care premiums be reimbursed from a health flexible spending account?
READ MORE

Security Tip: Protect Your Business with Multi-Factor Authentication ...
As cyber threats continue to evolve, ensuring your business’s digital security is more important than ever. One of the simplest yet most effective tools to enhance your ...
READ MORE

COBRA Monthly Premium Coupons
Cobra Control Services (CCS) provides continuants with monthly COBRA payment coupons to make remitting payment for coverage accurate and easy.
READ MORE

IRS Issues Guidance on Tax Treatment of State Paid Leave Programs
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Revenue Ruling 2025-4 which provides guidance on the federal income and employment tax treatment of contributions and benefits ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - IRS Health FSA Limits
Q.- If a group’s health flexible spending account plan year is 11/1/24 – 10/31/2025, can participants elect to contribute up to $3,300 or are they limited to $3,200?
READ MORE

Government Plan for AI
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently unveiled its Strategic Plan for the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in health, human services, and ...
READ MORE

Sending Emails to Your Employees
Effective communication with employees is important, and being able to tailor those emails to specific groups of employees can be very useful. MyEnroll360 offers a ...
READ MORE

Employees with HSAs Must File Form 8889
As the tax season approaches, employers should remind employees who contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) that they must file IRS Form 8889 with their federal tax ...
READ MORE

Guidance for Line 14 of Form 1095-C
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - FSA Participation Restrictions
Q. - Can we structure our Health FSA to restrict participation to only those who are covered under our medical plan?
READ MORE

Security Insights from National Tax Security Awareness Week
The IRS and its Security Summit partners recently concluded the ninth annual National Tax Security Awareness Week, an initiative designed to help individuals, ...
READ MORE

MyEnroll360's Document Reference Library
MyEnroll360 provides employers the ability to create a comprehensive reference library for centralizing Human Resources documents. The Reference Library feature allows ...
READ MORE

Understanding the IRS Standard Mileage Rate for 2025
The IRS updated the Standard Mileage Reimbursement Rates for 2025. These rates serve as a guideline for reimbursing employees for business-related vehicle use, for ...
READ MORE

ACA Reporting Requirements for Form W-2
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Change in Health Coverage
Q.- An employee enrolled in health coverage effective 1/1. He changed his mind and wants to drop coverage. Can we let him drop coverage and return the premiums he's ...
READ MORE

Proposed Updates to the HIPAA Security Rule
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule, marking the first update ...
READ MORE

Access to Termination Rights in MyEnroll360
Control is important when managing employee terminations and coverage adjustments. MyEnroll360 empowers employers to exercise meticulous control over terminations and ...
READ MORE

Kickstarting the New Year: HR Tasks for January
The start of a new calendar year presents a prime opportunity for HR departments to reset, refocus, and ensure compliance with key deadlines. Proactively addressing HR ...
READ MORE

Alternative Distribution of Form 1095-C
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Understanding Form 5500 Updates for Health Plans
The IRS, Department of Labor (DOL), and Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) released updates to Form 5500 for 2025 filings. Form 5500 is an important filing ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Medicare and HSA
Q.- We have an employee who is age 66 and is enrolled in Medicare. Can she also participate in our HDHP with an HSA?
READ MORE

Strengthen Your Organization’s Cybersecurity by Combating Social ...
Social engineering has become a prominent threat to organizations, as attackers increasingly target individuals rather than systems to exploit vulnerabilities. For ...
READ MORE

Identifying Specific FSA Expenses
Employers partnering with BAS for flexible spending account (FSA) services gain access to an invaluable tool for their employees that streamlines the process of ...
READ MORE

Understanding the Consolidated Appropriations Act Gag Clause ...
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), introduced a significant change for group health plans and insurers by prohibiting gag clauses in agreements with ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week – Coverage for an Employee’s Domestic Partner
Q: Is an employer required to offer health plan coverage to an employee’s domestic partner?
READ MORE

Tips for Employers to Protect Data
During the ninth annual National Tax Security Awareness Week, the IRS and its Security Summit partners identified important steps to reduce the risk of tax scams and ...
READ MORE

BAS Embraces the Spirit of Giving
At BAS, giving back to the community is not just a seasonal tradition—it’s part of who we are. This year, our team rallied together to support two important causes: the ...
READ MORE

Encourage Employees to Use Their FSA Funds Before Year-End
As the end of the year approaches, it's a great time to remind employees to take full advantage of their Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits. FSAs allow employees ...
READ MORE

Changes Coming for Employer ACA Reporting
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - ICHRA and COBRA Coverage
Q.- We are replacing our standard group health plan with ICHRA coverage. Do we have to offer COBRA to individuals who lose ICHRA coverage for a COBRA qualifying event?
READ MORE

Interactive Security Risk Assessment
First introduced in 2014 and recently updated in 2023, the SRA Tool is a free, downloadable desktop application designed to assist organizations in conducting ...
READ MORE

Answers to Administrator Questions about New Hire Enrollment in ...
Can an employee complete a new hire open enrollment prior to his date of hire?
READ MORE

New Framework Supports Inclusive AI in Hiring for Disabled Job Seekers
As artificial intelligence (AI) hiring tools become more widespread, ensuring they are inclusive and accessible is important for employers. A new AI & Inclusive ...
READ MORE

Why Applicable Large Employers Must Offer Affordable, Minimum Value ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Publication 15-B: a Key Resource for Employers
The IRS has released a draft version of Publication 15-B: Employer's Tax Guide to Fringe Benefits for 2025, a document for employers seeking to understand their ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - HSA Requirements
Q.- We are offering a High Deductible Health Plan with an HSA. What are the requirements for an employee to participate in the HSA?
READ MORE

Cybersecurity Skills Practice with the SANS Holiday Hack Challenge
The SANS Institute is a globally recognized leader in cybersecurity training and education, providing professionals with skills and resources to protect organizations ...
READ MORE

Direct Deposit for FSA
Benefit Allocation Systems provides easy and accurate flexible spending account (FSA) and health reimbursement account (HRA) services. Employers that use BAS for ...
READ MORE

The Importance of Offering Compliant and Comprehensive Medical Plans
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Distribution of COBRA Initial Rights Notice
Q.- Do we have to mail our COBRA Initial Rights Notice to employees or can we distribute it as part of our benefits enrollment package?
READ MORE

Cybersecurity Alert: Rising Social Engineering Threats to IT Help ...
Organizations are increasingly facing cybersecurity threats where attackers use social engineering tactics to bypass security controls. A current trend involves ...
READ MORE

ACA Hours Upload in MyEnroll360
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Required Notices for Employers with Calendar-Year Plans
As employers with calendar-year plans gear up for open enrollment, a critical part of preparation is gathering all required notices for annual distribution to plan ...
READ MORE

Common Challenges in ACA Reporting and How to Avoid Them
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Understanding the Differences Between Code 1A and 1E on Form 1095-C
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA for Employee Who Declined Offer
Q.- A terminated employee declined our COBRA coverage because he quit for another job. He worked that new job for a week and then quit. He did not have health coverage ...
READ MORE

New York State Issues Guidance on AI-Related Cybersecurity Risks
The State of New York has issued new guidance addressing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on cybersecurity, aimed at entities regulated by the Department of ...
READ MORE

Important ACA Compliance Timeframes
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

IRS Releases Draft of Updated Publication 969: Key Changes for Health ...
The IRS recently released a draft update of Publication 969 - Health Savings Accounts and Other Tax-Favored Health Plans, which provides valuable guidance for employers ...
READ MORE

COLA Increase Impacts Benefits
In 2025, Social Security recipients will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase. This annual adjustment is designed to help retirees maintain their ...
READ MORE

Working From Home? Stay Cyber-Secure
While working from home can feel safe and familiar, maintaining cybersecurity practices is just as important outside the office as it is in the office. It’s easy to ...
READ MORE

Plan Open Enrollment Monitoring with MyEnroll360's Benefit Statement ...
Managing open enrollment can be a complex task for HR, but with MyEnroll360's Benefit Statement module, the process becomes a whole lot easier. This dynamic tool ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Dependent Audit and COBRA
Q.- We just completed a dependent audit and found several dependents who were wrongly enrolled in our health coverage. When we remove the dependents, do we have to offer ...
READ MORE

Safe Harbor Compliance Review
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), applicable large ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Changing FSA Election Mid-Year
Q.- Our FSA plan documents include the IRS mid-year change rules. An employee had a baby and now wants to cancel his health FSA contributions. Do we allow this?
READ MORE

HIPAA Compliance and Health Plan Security: Key Updates from HHS
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) National Standards Group (NSG) has issued new guidance through FAQs, providing important clarifications on HIPAA ...
READ MORE

End-of-Year Reminder: Entering Hours for ACA
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

IRS Releases 2025 Inflation Adjustments for Employee Benefit Plan ...
The IRS has announced its annual inflation adjustments for various employee benefit plan limits, effective for taxable years beginning in 2025. HR professionals should ...
READ MORE

ACA Update: Proposed Rules to Enhance Coverage of Preventive Services
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Open Enrollment Requirement
Q.- Our health plans are not changing this year. Do we have to offer an open enrollment?
READ MORE

Protecting Employee Privacy in the Age of Remote Work
As remote work continues, ensuring employee privacy has become a significant concern for HR professionals. Employees working from home may be using personal devices, ...
READ MORE

Eligible FSA Expenses
Employers partnering with BAS for flexible spending account (FSA) services gain access to an invaluable tool for their employees that streamlines the process of ...
READ MORE

State Voting Leave Requirements
With the Presidential election approaching, it's important for HR professionals to be aware of state laws requiring employee time off for voting. While federal law ...
READ MORE

Final ACA Forms and Instructions
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - HRA Reimbursement Timeframes
Q.- What is the maximum time period an HRA can allow for submitting expenses for reimbursement?
READ MORE

Password Managers for Security
In today’s digital world, protecting sensitive company data is more important than ever. One highly effective yet often overlooked security measure is ensuring that all ...
READ MORE

BAS Supports the DFMC
Benefit Allocation Systems, LLC was a sponsor at the Diocesan Fiscal Management Conference (DFMC) annual meeting held in Colorado September 29 through October 2.
READ MORE

MSP Reporting Requirement Effective Now
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued final rules imposing civil money penalties on Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) reporting violations. The final ...
READ MORE

Preparing for ACA Compliance
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - HRA Reimbursements
Q.- Can an HRA allow the reimbursement of an expense incurred in a prior year to be reimbursed from the present plan year’s account?
READ MORE

Security Tips from the IRS
The IRS has warned about various scams and incorrect advice circulating on social media, including false guidance on claiming legitimate and fake tax credits. They ...
READ MORE

CCS Commitment to COBRA
BAS, through its affiliated company Cobra Control Services, is deeply invested in providing COBRA services and ensuring accurate COBRA compliance.
READ MORE

Reimbursement for Business Travel
The IRS has introduced new per diem rates for business travel beginning October 1, 2024. These rates simplify the process for employers by allowing them to provide per ...
READ MORE

Pay or Play Penalties under ACA
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Medicare Part D Notice of Creditable Coverage
Q.- We have a fully insured health plan. Do we still need to distribute a Medicare Part D Notice of Creditable Coverage?
READ MORE

Security Update: HR's Role in Preventing Phishing Attacks
In today's digital age, cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, with phishing attacks being one of the most common and dangerous methods used by cybercriminals. ...
READ MORE

Retiree Premium Billing with BAS
BAS offers a complete, worry-free Retiree Premium Billing Solution! BAS’ retiree billing provides seamless retiree premium billing services on one platform.
READ MORE

State Required Leave for School Events
With the start of the school year, it is important for employers to understand their obligation to provide leave to working parents. Several states across the United ...
READ MORE

Increase in 2025 Affordability Percentage
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Dependent Care FSA and Health Care FSA
Q.- An employee said she put too much money into her dependent day care FSA and wants to be reimbursed from that account for some medical expenses she paid for her ...
READ MORE

Cybersecurity Compliance and Health Plans
The Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) issued an update regarding its 2021 cybersecurity guidance, extending its application to all employee benefit plans, ...
READ MORE

BAS Leave of Absence Billing and Collection Services
Effective billing and collection services are important for ensuring the smooth operation of insurance premium payments. BAS’ services streamline the process of ...
READ MORE

Timekeeping Tracking Assistance
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has developed a free Timesheet App designed to help employees and employers track work hours, ensuring accurate record-keeping for ...
READ MORE

Instructions for 2024 Forms 1094/1095-B
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - New Company and COBRA
Q.- If a company is new, is it subject to COBRA this year? They would have had 0 employees for 50% of 2023.
READ MORE

New HIPAA Rule on Protected Health Information and Reproductive ...
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule that impacts employer-sponsored group health plans and their business associates (“Covered ...
READ MORE

BAS Account Setup and Implementation
No matter what services you are engaging Benefit Allocation Systems to provide, BAS makes sure the implementation process is thorough, communicative and easy. This sets ...
READ MORE

Understanding FSAs, HRAs, and HSAs
When it comes to offering health benefits, employers have several options to help employees manage healthcare expenses for themselves and their eligible dependents. ...
READ MORE

Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Rebates: A Guide for Employers
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Tracking Changes to Records in MyEnroll360
MyEnroll360 provides the ability for administrators to view changes made to their employees’ records. Reports can be run to identify data changes made during a specific ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Using Health FSA for Massage Treatments
Q.- Can I get reimbursed from my health FSA for a massage?
READ MORE

CISA’s Recommendations for HR Professionals
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) plays an important role in safeguarding the nation's cyber infrastructure. CISA recommends that organizations ...
READ MORE

Understanding the Interplay Between COBRA and USERRA for Continuation ...
Understanding the different federal laws that ensure continuation of health coverage during times of employment transition is important. Two such laws are the ...
READ MORE

The Educational Exception for Counting Full-Time Hours Under the ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

The Importance of Facility Access Controls in Security Compliance
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released its 2024 Summer Security Newsletter and highlighted the role of Facility Access Controls in safeguarding ...
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Labor Day and Work
Q.- Are we allowed to require some employees to work on Labor Day?
READ MORE

Document Reference Library in MyEnroll360
MyEnroll360 provides employers the ability to create a comprehensive reference library for centralizing Human Resources documents. The Reference Library feature allows ...
READ MORE

HR Should Encourage End-of-Summer Tax Checkup
As the summer winds down, the IRS is urging taxpayers to review and update their tax withholding or estimated payments to prevent unexpected tax bills next year. HR ...
READ MORE

Reminder of the Affordable Care Act's Employer Shared Responsibility ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - COBRA for Spouse
Q.- An employee dropped her husband from health coverage at our open enrollment. Now the husband is asking to continue his coverage under COBRA. Should we have sent him ...
READ MORE

HR and NIST Requirements for Vendor Management
Effective vendor management is required in today’s business environment, particularly when it comes to safeguarding sensitive data. The National Institute of Standards ...
READ MORE

Payment Coupons for Remitting COBRA Premiums
Cobra Control Services (CCS) provides monthly payment coupons for continuants to use to remit payment for COBRA coverage. While coupons are not required by the COBRA ...
READ MORE

VETS Reporting Open and Due Soon
The U.S. Department of Labor encourages affirmative actions to employ covered veterans and to advance covered veterans in employment. The 2024 VETS-4212 reporting portal ...
READ MORE

Key ACA Tax Provisions for Employers
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here.
READ MORE

Question of the Week - Small Employer Health Coverage
Q.- We are a small employer with 22 employees. We offered our employees a health insurance plan last year but it is costly for us and we don’t want to offer it next ...
READ MORE

BAS Ongoing Privacy and Security Training
Benefit Allocation Systems prioritizes data security through its annual privacy and security refresher training for employees. Discover the comprehensive training ...
READ MORE

MyEnroll360 Life Event Module
MyEnroll360 can help employers manage life events to ensure only permitted, approved changes are allowed. The MyEnroll360 life event module can be configured according ...
READ MORE

About BAS' Newsletter

Join our free, weekly blog email list to be the first to learn about the hottest HR Issues, MyEnroll360 Features, Systems Security, and Weekly Topics of Interest.
"The News to Use that BAS/CCS sends every Thursday always has great info, but particularly the Question of the Week is a great resource!"
Account Manager / Employee Benefits
PA Insurance Broker

Recent Posts

Posts by Topic

see all

Blog Archive

See All

Subscribe our Newsletter
SOLUTIONS
BLOG
ABOUT
EVENTS
 
Copyright 2005-2025, Benefit Allocation Systems, LLC

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

CombinedLogos2

 

Copyright 2005-2023, Benefit Allocation Systems, LLC