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Question of the Week - COBRA Offering to Retirees
Q: Our employee turned age 65 in November 2025 and Medicare Part A became effective for him on that date. His Part B coverage will be effective July 1, 2026 when he ...
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Risk Assessments Are Only the Beginning: The Importance of Following ...
Many organizations devote significant time and resources to conducting security risk assessments. While identifying vulnerabilities is an important first step, recent ...
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MyEnroll360’s Termination Access Controls
Control is important when managing employee terminations and coverage adjustments. MyEnroll360 empowers employers to exercise meticulous control over terminations and ...
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What Federal Eligibility Verification Rules Can Teach Private ...
A new federal rule issued by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) highlights an issue that every employer-sponsored health plan should consider: ensuring that ...
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IRS Releases Draft 2026 Form 1095-C
The IRS has released a draft version of the 2026 Form 1095-C, providing employers and ACA reporting vendors with an early look at next year's reporting form. For most ...
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Question of the Week - Sunscreen and Health FSA Reimbursement
Q.- Is the cost of sunscreen really eligible for reimbursement from my health FSA?
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HHS Releases Updated HIPAA Security Rule Guidance Materials
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”), through its Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”), recently released updated HIPAA Security Rule guidance materials ...
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Getting FSA Reimbursements by Direct Deposit
Benefit Allocation Systems provides easy and accurate flexible spending account (FSA) and health reimbursement account (HRA) services. Employers that use BAS for ...
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State Paid Sick Leave Laws
Recent analysis from the Congressional Research Service (CRS) highlights how paid sick leave continues to evolve across the United States, with growing state-level ...
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IRS Announces Increased ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Penalties ...
The IRS has released updated Affordable Care Act (“ACA”) employer shared responsibility penalty amounts for the 2027 calendar year. The new indexed amounts reflect ...
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Question of the Week - Missed COBRA Notice
Q.- What happens if we forget to send a COBRA qualifying event letter to a terminated employee?
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The Most Common HR Email Mistakes That Lead to Data Exposure
Email is one of the most common tools used in HR and benefits administration. It is fast, convenient, and essential for day-to-day communication. However, it is also one ...
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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 ...
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Making the Most of Your Dependent Care FSA This Summer
As summer approaches, many working parents begin planning for child care while school is out. A Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA) can be a valuable tool to ...
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California ACA Reporting Requirements
California has its own health coverage reporting requirements that are separate from federal Affordable Care Act reporting and the deadline for the final part of the ...
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IRS Releases Draft 2026 Form 1095-B With No Major Changes
The IRS has released a draft of the 2026 Form 1095-B, which is used to report minimum essential health coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). At this time, the ...
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Using MyEnroll360's 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 ...
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Question of the Week - Apple Watch and Health FSA Reimbursement
Q.- Can the cost of an Apple Watch be reimbursed from a health FSA?
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How Attackers Use Fake Benefit Notices and COBRA Scams
Cybercriminals continue to target employees and former employees using fake benefits communications designed to steal personal information, banking details, and ...
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Preparing for the 2025 PCORI Fee Filing Deadline
The annual deadline to report and pay the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee is approaching. Employers sponsoring certain self-insured health plans ...
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Question of the Week Mid-Year DFSA Enrollment
Q.- An employee waived coverage under our dependent care FSA but he now wants to enroll to put away money to be used to send his daughter to day camp. Should we let him ...
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HIPAA in HR Departments
HIPAA in HR Departments
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MyEnroll360 Logon Notice
MyEnroll Administrators professionals have the opportunity to customize the MyEnroll360 logon notice presented to employees. This tailored communication is a valuable ...
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Compliance and Strategy for Eligibility Waiting Periods
Eligibility waiting periods are a foundational element of employer-sponsored health plans, but they are also a common source of compliance issues under federal law. When ...
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Switching from Monthly to Look-Back Measurement Method Under the ACA
Employers managing ACA compliance often reach a point where the Monthly Measurement Method no longer provides the predictability or administrative control they need, ...
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Question of the Week - COBRA Election vs. Payment
Q.- Is it true a former employee can elect COBRA but not pay for it with the election?
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Why Prompt Reporting of Security Concerns Matters
In HR and benefits administration, employees and administrators handle sensitive information every day. While strong systems and controls are important, many security ...
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Navigating New Hire Waiting Periods
Employers understand the importance of managing new hire waiting periods efficiently and precisely. MyEnroll360 offers a robust solution that allows employers to ...
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Handling Benefits for Employees with Multiple Roles or Positions
In many organizations, employees may hold more than one role or work across multiple departments. This can occur in situations such as part-time roles in different ...
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ACA Affordability Safe Harbors Explained (W-2, Rate of Pay, FPL)
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), applicable large employers must offer health coverage that is not only available to full-time employees, but also considered ...
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Question of the Week - Reimbursement from Health FSA
Q: Whose expenses can be reimbursed from an employee’s Health FSA?
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U.S.-Only Access and Enhanced Protection Against Suspicious Activity
Protecting employee data and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements are core priorities at BAS. As part of our ongoing commitment to platform security, ...
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Accessing COBRA Qualifying Event Letters in MyEnroll360
When administering COBRA or continuation of coverage, timely access to documentation is an important part of maintaining accurate records and responding to employee ...
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What Happens When Benefit Elections Don’t Match Payroll Deductions
Accurate benefits administration depends on alignment between what employees elect and what is deducted from their pay. When benefit elections and payroll deductions do ...
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The Impact of Leaves of Absence on ACA Tracking
Leaves of absence can create challenges for employers when managing Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance. Because ACA eligibility is tied to hours of service and ...
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How to View QELs in MyEnroll360
Here's how you can easily access these letters:
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Question of the Week - Grace Period and Runout Period
Q: When is the deadline to submit claims for the prior plan year under an FSA and how does that work with the grace period?
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Avoiding Shared Logins in HR and Benefits Administration
In HR and benefits administration, system access is often shared informally to save time or simplify workflows. While this may seem convenient, shared logins create ...
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Understanding Plan Year vs. Calendar Year
In benefits administration, the terms “plan year” and “calendar year” are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. Understanding the difference is ...
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How Workforce Changes Impact ACA Reporting Accuracy
Workforce changes occur throughout the year, including new hires, terminations, status changes, and leaves of absence. While these changes are a normal part of business ...
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Question of the Week - Allergy Medicine and Health FSA Reimbursement
Q: Are allergy medications eligible for FSA reimbursement?
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Recognizing Suspicious Requests in HR and Payroll
HR and payroll teams are frequent targets for fraud because they manage some of the most sensitive employee information and financial transactions within an ...
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Managing Billing Contacts and Invoice Distribution
Accurate and timely billing is an important part of benefits administration, especially for employers managing multiple locations, plans, or funding arrangements. One of ...
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How Terminations Impact FSA Balances and COBRA Eligibility
When an employee terminates employment, their Flexible Spending Account (FSA) must be handled carefully to ensure accurate administration and compliance. Health FSAs and ...
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What Employers Need to Know about Common ACA Filing Errors and IRS ...
Submitting ACA Forms 1094-C and 1095-C is a major compliance milestone, but the process does not end once files are transmitted to the IRS. Employers must also ...
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Question of the Week - Electing COBRA
Q: How long does an individual have to elect COBRA coverage?
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What Counts as Protected Health Information (PHI) in Benefits ...
Employers that offer health-related benefits often handle sensitive employee information, but not all data is treated the same under privacy rules. Understanding what ...
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Simplifying New Hire Waiting Periods: MyEnroll360's Customizable ...
Learn how MyEnroll360 empowers HR professionals with granular control over new hire waiting periods. Configure waiting period rules at multiple levels for precise ...
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Why Mid-Year Benefits Changes Can Create Risk
Open enrollment tends to get the most attention, but many of the most common compliance challenges arise during the year when employee changes occur. Events such as new ...
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ACA Filing & Transmission Basics
For employers subject to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements, filing Forms 1094-C and 1095-C is only part of the process. Just as important is ...
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Question of the Week - HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Q: I heard the government released an updated model HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices. What is the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices and when do employees receive it?
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Customizing Your MyEnroll360 Logon Notice
HR professionals have the opportunity to customize the MyEnroll360 logon notice presented to employees. This tailored communication is a valuable tool throughout the ...
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IRS Tax Withholding Estimator
Each year, employees make decisions about how much federal income tax should be withheld from their paychecks. The IRS encourages taxpayers to periodically review their ...
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Is Your Organization an Applicable Large Employer? Understanding ACA ...
One of the most important Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance questions employers must answer each year is whether they are considered an Applicable Large Employer ...
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Question of the Week - When Does COBRA Coverage Begin?
Q: When does COBRA continuation coverage begin after a qualifying event?
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Best Practices for Safeguarding Personal and Health Data
Employers routinely collect and manage sensitive information as part of administering employee benefit programs. Enrollment records, dependent information, payroll ...
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Using MyEnroll360 to send 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 ...
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Eligible vs. Ineligible FSA Expenses: What Documentation Is Needed
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) allow employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical expenses. While many common health care costs qualify for ...
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Why Payroll Data Is Important for ACA Compliance
Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requires employers to track detailed information about employee eligibility and offers of health coverage throughout the year. One of ...
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Managing Location Premium Billing Invoice Recipients
Employers that engage BAS for Location Premium Billing Services, along with their authorized insurance brokers, can manage the distribution of monthly location premium ...
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Question of the Week - OTC FSA Documentation
Q: What documentation is required to substantiate an over-the-counter (OTC) item under a Health FSA?
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Embedded AI Tools and HR Data: Understanding the Risks
Artificial intelligence is increasingly built directly into everyday workplace software. Email platforms draft responses automatically. PDF tools summarize documents. ...
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Understanding HIPAA Protections for Group Health Plans
HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, plays a central role in protecting employees and their families in employer-sponsored group health plans. ...
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ACA Reporting Update: What Comes After Furnishing Form 1095-C
With the March 2 furnishing deadline behind us, most Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) have distributed Forms 1095-C to full-time employees. While furnishing is a major ...
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Question of the Week - FSA Changes
Q. Can an employee change their Health FSA election during the year if they realize they elected the wrong amount?
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Strengthening Account Security with Multi-Factor Authentication
Protecting employee and benefits data requires more than a strong password. As cyber threats continue to evolve, layered security measures are essential to reduce the ...
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Locate Your QELs in MyEnroll360
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?
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HHS Issues Updated Model HIPAA Privacy Notice
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released updated model Notices of Privacy Practices (NPPs) to reflect recent regulatory changes. These updates ...
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What To Do If an Employee Disputes Their Form 1095-C
Each year after Forms 1095-C are distributed, HR teams receive questions from employees who believe the information is incorrect. Most concerns stem from ...
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Question of the Week - HSA Tax Forms
Q.- We offer an HSA as part of our medical plan. An employee asked for a copy of her HSA tax form. What is she referencing?
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Phishing Isn’t Just Email Anymore
Most people think of phishing as suspicious emails asking you to click a link. While email phishing still exists, attackers now use many different communication channels ...
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BAS Provides Reliable and Trusted Health FSA Administration
Health FSA Basics A Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) allows you to set aside a portion of your salary, before-tax, to reimburse certain amounts you pay for ...
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IRS Updates Publication 969
The IRS has released an updated version of Publication 969, Health Savings Accounts and Other Tax-Favored Health Plans, which provides guidance for various ...
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Common Form 1095-C Errors and How to Fix Them
By February, most Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) have furnished Form 1095-C to employees or are preparing to do so. This is also the point when questions and ...
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Question of the Week - Box 12 of Form W-2
Q.- Our payroll company completed our W-2 Forms and sent them to our employees. An employee asked me what the number inBox 12 was. What should I tell him?
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Why Printing Payroll and HR Documents Creates Unnecessary Risk
In many organizations, payroll and HR teams still rely on printed reports for review, reconciliation, or record keeping. While printing may feel familiar or convenient, ...
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Using MyEnroll360 to Simplify ACA Compliance While Entering Hours
For HR professionals seeking an efficient and hassle-free solution for Affordable Care Act (ACA) data collection and reporting, look no further than MyEnroll360. With ...
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A Plain-Language Guide to Benefits Terms
Health and benefits materials use a lot of specialized language that comes up not just during open enrollment, but anytime you use your coverage, review a paycheck, ...
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2026 Federal Poverty Level Updates and ACA Affordability Planning
Each year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services updates the Federal PovertyLevel (FPL). These figures play an important role in Affordable Care Act ...
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Question of the Week - DFSA and Disabled Child
Q.- An employee is asking if day care expenses for her intellectually disabled 16 year old child are eligible for reimbursement from her Dependent Care FSA. What ...
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Spotting Benefits-Related Scams
Benefits administration has become a favorite target for scammers. Open enrollment, COBRA notices, insurance verifications, and payroll changes all involve sensitive ...
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Easy FSA Claim Submission: Three Convenient Methods for Employees
Introduction: Learn how employees can effortlessly submit their Flexible Spending Account (FSA) claims for review and reimbursement. BAS offers three convenient ways to ...
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Understanding FMLA Leave and New Guidance on Medical Appointments
The Family and Medical Leave Act, commonly known as FMLA, is a federal law designed to help employees balance work and personal health or family needs without risking ...
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Affordable Care Act Reporting for 2025 Coverage
As we move into 2026, employers should be preparing for upcoming Affordable Care Act reporting obligations related to health coverage provided during the 2025 calendar ...
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Question of the Week - Health FSA Reimbursements and the Uniform ...
Q.- Do we have to reimburse an employee for the full amount of their annualHealth FSA election if they have only made one payroll contribution so far?
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Phishing Risks Tied to W-2 and Tax Season Requests
Tax season is a peak time for phishing attacks, and HR and payroll teams are frequent targets. Scammers know that W-2 forms contain highly sensitive information and that ...
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Simplify Billing and Accounting with MyEnroll360's Location Billing ...
Introduction: Efficient billing and accounting processes are crucial for Human Resources professionals and group insurance brokers. With MyEnroll360's advanced features, ...
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Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Online Reporting Requirement
Employers that offer prescription drug coverage must make sure to comply with MedicarePart D reporting requirements. In addition to notifying Medicare-eligible ...
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Why the Correct Code on Line 16 of Form 1095-C Matters
As Form 1095-C distribution approaches, HR professionals are once again reviewing ACA reporting to ensure accuracy and consistency. While Line 14 identifies whether an ...
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Question of the Week - Full-Time Employee for ACA
Q.- I know we have to offer medical coverage to our full-time employees. We define full-time as an employee who works 37.5 or more hours a week. Will we comply with the ...
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Avoiding Accidental Data Exposure When Sharing Files Internally
Sharing files internally is part of everyday work, but it is also one of the most common ways sensitive information is accidentally exposed. Employee records, benefits ...
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MyEnroll360 Provides the Ability to Track Changes to Records
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 ...
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Reporting the Cost of Health Coverage on Form W-2
Each year, employers are required to report certain benefits information on Form W-2. One item that often raises questions is the reporting of employer-sponsored health ...
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Preparing Form 1095-C for Distribution: A Focus on Line 14
As the deadline for furnishing Form 1095-C approaches, HR professionals are once again preparing for one of the most detail-oriented aspects of Affordable Care Act (ACA) ...
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Question of the Week - Opt-Out Payment and Proof of Other Coverage
Q.- Why should employers who provide a cash payment to employees who decline medical coverage get proof that the employee has coverage elsewhere?
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Reporting Suspicious Emails or Security Incidents: Guidance for HR ...
Suspicious emails and security incidents are no longer isolated IT issues. They are people issues, process issues, and communication issues. HR plays an important role ...
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MyEnroll360's Waiting Period Operational Controls
MyEnroll360 may be configured to apply controls on new hire waiting periods. New hire waiting period controls are setup at three levels to provide superior granularity ...
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Post Office Mailing Processes and COBRA Notice Timing
Compliance with federal COBRA notice requirements is one of the most important administrative responsibilities for employers sponsoring group health plans. The ...
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Why HR Should Carefully Review Form 1095-C Before Distribution in the ...
As the 2026 ACA reporting season begins, HR teams across the country are preparing to issue Forms 1095-C for the 2025 coverage year. Although these forms have been part ...
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Question of the Week - Disability Coverage Requirements
Q.- Do we have to provide our employees disability coverage?
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Phishing Trends HR Should Expect in 2026
As HR professionals continue to rely on digital tools for payroll, benefits, onboarding and employee communication, cybercriminals are adapting their tactics just as ...
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Viewing Current Benefits in MyEnroll360
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 ...
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What Employers Should Know About the New “Trump Accounts”
The IRS recently released its first round of guidance on Trump accounts, a new type of IRA created under the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act. These accounts are designed ...
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ACA Reporting Update for 2026: New Options for Furnishing Forms ...
As HR teams prepare for the upcoming ACA reporting cycle, a significant change in federal law offers new flexibility for how employers furnish Forms 1095-B/C to ...
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Question of the Week - End of Year Suggestions for Health FSA Funds
Q: What are some end of year suggestions for employees who still have funds in their health FSA?
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Why HR Should Watch for Payroll and Direct Deposit Scams
Payroll and direct deposit scams continue to rise, and HR teams are often the primary targets. Cybercriminals know that HR handles sensitive employee data and processes ...
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Giving Back to Our Community
As the holiday season approached this November, the BAS Cares Team invited employees to take part in Greater Valley Forge’s 14th Annual Food Drive supporting families ...
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DOL Self-Audit Programs Employers Should Be Watching
The Department of Labor encourages employers to review their own practices before issues turn into penalties, complaints or full investigations. These self-audit tools ...
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ACA Compliance for Holiday Hiring: Managing Seasonal, Variable Hour, ...
Many employers bring on short-term or part-time help at the end of the year to support holiday operations. Seasonal employees are hired for positions that last six ...
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Question of the Week - Disability Coverage Requirements
Q.- Do we have to provide our employees disability coverage?
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The Dangers of Shadow IT: Why HR Teams Should Avoid Unapproved Apps ...
Shadow IT refers to any software, app, or browser extension that employees download or use without approval from the organization’s IT or security team. These tools ...
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Customizing the Logon Notice in MyEnroll360
HR professionals have the opportunity to customize the MyEnroll360 logon notice presented to employees. This tailored communication is a valuable tool throughout the ...
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Reminder to Use FSA Balances Before Year-End
As the year wraps up, it is a good time to remind employees to review their Flexible Spending Account balances. FSAs offer tax savings, but they also come with deadlines ...
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Year-End Checklist for ACA Data Accuracy
As the year comes to a close, HR administrators play an important role in ensuring that Affordable Care Act reporting is accurate and complete. Clean data is the ...
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Question of the Week - Change of OE Election
Q: Open enrollment for the 2026 plan year has closed, and an employee wants to change his election before the new year starts. Can we allow the change?
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AI Tools and Safe Usage at Work
AI has become part of everyday work for many organizations, from drafting documents to organizing data and automating routine tasks. These tools can be helpful, but they ...
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Logging 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 ...
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Understanding High Deductible Health Plans and Health Savings Accounts
High Deductible Health Plans, or HDHPs, are medical plans that require you to pay a higher annual deductible before the insurance company begins covering most services. ...
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ACA Reporting Reminder for BAS Administrators
This reminder is for administrators who use BAS for ACA data collection and reporting services. The Affordable Care Act requires employers to track employee coverage and ...
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Question of the Week - FSA Qualifying Dependents
Q.- We are allowing employees to elect up to the new IRS maximum for their dependent day care FSA. We want to provide a reminder about whose expenses are eligible for ...
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A Key Step in Protecting Your MyEnroll360 Data
Terminating Administrator Access: A Key Step in Protecting Your MyEnroll360 Data
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MyEnroll360’s 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 ...
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The Importance of Including the Summary of Benefits and Coverage ...
As Open Enrollment season approaches, HR professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring employees understand their health plan options. One key compliance document that ...
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Updated PCORI Fee Announced for 2025–2026 Plan Years
The PCORI fee was established under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to fund the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute, which supports research comparing the ...
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Question of the Week – FSA Election Changes
Q.: Can employees change their FSA election mid-year?
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Protecting Employee Data Requests from Identity Theft and Social ...
Employee data requests are a normal part of HR operations, whether an employee asks for a copy of a pay stub, a former worker requests their W-2, or someone inquires ...
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QELs in MyEnroll360
Did you know MyEnroll360 provides easy access to COBRA or Continuation of Coverage qualifying event letters? These essential documents are readily available for download ...
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Life and Disability Coverage for Changing Workforces
As organizations prepare for a new plan year, many HR professionals are taking a closer look at their benefits strategy to ensure it reflects today’s workforce ...
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Determining Full-Time Status Under the ACA for Open Enrollment
One of the most important responsibilities during open enrollment is making sure that all employees who must be offered health coverage under the Affordable Care Act ...
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Question of the Week - COBRA Start Date
Q.- An employee terminated in August. She elected COBRA but took her full 60 days to do so. She wants her payments to be applied starting in November since she hadn’t ...
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Talking to Employees About Benefits-Related Phishing Scams
Phishing scams have become increasingly sophisticated, and benefits-related fraud is on the rise. HR professionals are in a unique position to help employees recognize ...
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MyEnroll360 Enhanced Password Security & Modernized User Settings
A secure and smooth user experience is the expectation in benefits administration — not an add-on. To continue delivering on that promise, MyEnroll360 has introduced ...
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Improving Employee Engagement with HSAs
As open enrollment approaches, HR teams have an opportunity to help employees better understand and maximize one of the most powerful tools for managing healthcare ...
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Understanding ACA Requirements During Open Enrollment: Minimum ...
As HR professionals prepare for open enrollment, it’s important to ensure that the health plans offered to employees meet the Affordable Care Act (ACA) standards for ...
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Election Day and State Voting Leave Requirements
As Election Day 2025 approaches, HR professionals should take time to review their organization’s policies on employee voting leave. While there is no federal law ...
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Calculate Full-Time Status Before Open Enrollment Starts
As employers prepare for open enrollment, one of the most important compliance tasks is determining which employees qualify as full-time under the Affordable Care Act ...
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Question of the Week - Allowing a One-Month Premium Pause
Q: An employee said they want to save money in December to buy holiday presents. They don’t anticipate needing to use our health coverage. Can we let them stop paying ...
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MyEnroll360 Session Controls
MyEnroll360 security is enhanced by restricting the number of sessions that may be engaged simultaneously. Multiple Logged-In Sessions Control limits the number of times ...
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Tracking Changes to Records in the MyEnroll360 System
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 ...
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Question of the Week - Maximum HFSA Contribution
Q.- We are going to offer a health flexible spending account plan to our employees starting 1/1/2026. We know there is a risk of loss if an employee gets the full ...
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Securely Managing Remote HR Teams
As remote and hybrid work models continue to shape the modern workplace, HR professionals face unique challenges in protecting sensitive employee data outside of ...
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MyEnroll360's 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 ...
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New DOL Guidance Clarifies FMLA Leave Calculations for Nontraditional ...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) recently issued new guidance clarifying how employers should calculate Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) ...
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New ACA Option Simplifies 1095-C Distribution for Employers
As HR professionals begin preparing for ACA reporting season, there’s an important new development that may simplify the process for 2025 coverage reporting. On December ...
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Question of the Week - Dependent Care FSA Fiscal/Calendar Year
Q: Our Dependent Care FSA runs on a July 1-June 30 plan year. We have an employee who started participating in July 2025. She wants to make the full $5,000 annual ...
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Phishing Scams Targeting Benefits Administrators
Phishing scams continue to evolve, and HR and benefits professionals are increasingly becoming prime targets. The sensitive employee information managed by HR teams, ...
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BAS/CCS Quality COBRA Administration Service
Everything you need in the cloud for COBRA administration & compliance notifications, premium billing and collection, so you can concentrate on your business and ...
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Updated Per Diem Rates Effective October 1, 2025
The IRS has released Notice 2025-54, providing updated per diem rates for travel away from home beginning October 1, 2025. These rates can simplify expense ...
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The Importance of Timely Data Updates for ACA Compliance
As the year winds down, HR teams are once again preparing for ACA reporting season. While the official IRS deadlines may still be months away, early fall is the most ...
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2025 Inflation Adjustments for Employee Benefit Plan Limits
The IRS announced its annual inflation adjustments for various employee benefit plan limits effective for taxable years beginning in 2026. HR professionals should be ...
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Question of the Week - Parking Reimbursement Plan and Termination of ...
Q.- An employee resigned and still has a balance in her parking reimbursement account. Can she continue to use the account? What if she has a claim she incurred before ...
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Security Spotlight: Lessons from the 2025 IRS Summer Security Summit
The IRS and its Security Summit partners recently concluded their annual five-week campaign, Protect Your Clients; Protect Yourself. While the event was designed ...
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MyEnroll360's ACA Employee Hours Upload
Tracking employee hours is an important part of Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance. Employers must offer minimum essential, affordable health coverage to their ...
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Draft Forms 1094-C and 1095-C for 2025 Reporting
The IRS has issued draft versions of Forms 1094-C and 1095-C and their instructions for the 2025 tax year. These forms are used by Applicable Large Employers (ALEs), ...
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Question of the Week - Dropping Spouse at Open Enrollment
Q: An employee is going to drop her spouse from coverage at open enrollment. We know they are in the process of getting a divorce. The spouse contacted us and demands to ...
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Security Tips for HR Teams Distributing Benefits Information
Email is a quick and convenient way to communicate with employees about their benefits, but it also presents serious privacy and security risks. Many benefits-related ...
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BAS Cares: Honoring Veterans Through Creativity and Compassion
This fall, the BAS Cares Team proudly joined the Upper Merion community in a heartfelt initiative to support Veterans ahead of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday. ...
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HR and Health Benefit Laws
The Department of Labor offers a user-friendly resource to help HR professionals navigate the complex web of federal laws affecting employer-sponsored health plans. The ...
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Understanding Gig Workers and ACA Compliance
As employers continue to adapt their workforce models, including the use of gig workers and independent contractors, it's important to understand how these arrangements ...
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Question of the Week - COBRA Election
Q: Can an employee who was not enrolled in our health coverage elect COBRA?
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HHS Releases Updated HIPAA Security Risk Assessment Tool (Version 3.6)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released Version 3.6 of its Security Risk Assessment (SRA) Tool, designed to help organizations evaluate ...
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MyEnroll360's Retiree Premium Billing Service
BAS offers a complete, worry-free Retiree Premium Billing Solution! BAS’ retiree billing provides seamless retiree premium billing services on one platform.
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Self-Auditing for Compliance: Using the DOL’s PAID Program to Address ...
The U.S. Department of Labor offers an opportunity for employers to identify and correct wage and leave practices that may be out of step with federal law. Through the ...
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Understanding the Look-Back Measurement Method for Calendar Year ...
As employers prepare for the upcoming open enrollment season, it is important to ensure that full-time employees, especially those with variable schedules, are offered ...
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Question of the Week - FSA for After School Care
Q: Can I use my Dependent Care FSA to pay for my child's after-school program?
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Disaster Preparedness for Peak Risk Season
As we enter the height of hurricane season with ongoing wildfire threats, HR professionals must ensure their organizations and employees are prepared for potential ...
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The Benefits of Using Direct Deposit for FSA and HRA Reimbursements
Benefit Allocation Systems provides easy and accurate flexible spending account (FSA) and health reimbursement account (HRA) services. Employers that use BAS for ...
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Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Notice: October 15th Deadline ...
HR professionals must prepare to distribute the annual Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Notice by October 15, 2025. This federally mandated notice helps ...
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ACA Compliance Alert: Don't Overlook Dependent Social Security Number ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. Maintaining accurate employee records extends beyond basic ...
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Question of the Week - Return to Work Mandate and DFSA Election
Q.- We are requiring all employees to return to office work. Will this mandate allow dependent care FSA participants to change their election amounts?
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Protecting Employee Data from Evolving Email Threats
The Internal Revenue Service, in partnership with the Security Summit, recently issued a warning about the growing threat of phishing scams designed to steal sensitive ...
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Easy to Reference 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 ...
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Preparing for Open Enrollment Now
It may feel early to think about open enrollment, but getting started now can help ensure a smoother, more organized process. Early preparation gives HR teams time to ...
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ACA Penalties Set to Rise in 2026
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Question of the Week - Limiting Health FSA to Amount Contributed
Q.- Can we structure our health FSA so employees can only get reimbursed up to the amount they have contributed through payroll deductions at the time of the ...
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How Cybercriminals Exploit HR to Launch Attacks
HR departments handle sensitive information that makes them a natural target for cybercriminals. From payroll data to benefit elections, attackers know that ...
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Integrating Lifestyle Spending Accounts into Benefits Packages
Employers are increasingly looking beyond traditional health and retirement benefits to meet the evolving needs of their workforce. One benefit gaining traction is the ...
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Self-Insured vs. Fully Insured Employer Responsibilities under the ACA
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires Applicable Large ...
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Question of the Week Using FSA Forfeitures
Q.- We received a report identifying the amounts that employees did not use in their FSAs from last plan year. What can we do with the forfeited amounts?
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Why Ransomware Attackers Are Targeting Your HR Department
HR departments across the country are finding themselves in cybercriminals' crosshairs, and the reason is simple: you hold the keys to your organization's most valuable ...
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Open Enrollment Planning Checklist: A 90-Day Countdown
Open enrollment season can feel like a marathon sprint, but successful HR professionals know the secret: it's all in the preparation. With about three months to go, ...
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Managing ACA Compliance Across Multiple Locations: A Practical Guide
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Answers to Administrator Questions about New Hire Enrollment
Can an employee complete a new hire open enrollment prior to his date of hire?
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Question of the Week - Withholding Benefits for COBRA Election
Q. An employee is terminating. Can we hold his last paycheck until he either waives COBRA continuation coverage, elects and pays for coverage, or allows the election ...
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Protecting Employee Information: IRS Tools and Multi-Factor ...
The IRS and the Security Summit recently reminded organizations that strong identity verification tools, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) and IRS-provided ...
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Sending Emails to Your Employees Through MyEnroll360
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 ...
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VETS-4212 Reporting Deadline Approaching
Federal contractors and subcontractors with contracts or subcontracts valued at $150,000 or more must submit the VETS-4212 report to the U.S. Department of Labor between ...
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ACA Compliance: Determining Full-Time Employee Status
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires certain employers to offer health coverage to full-time employees or face potential employer shared responsibility penalties. ...
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ACA Reporting is Easier! Employers May Post Notice About Forms 1095-B ...
Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. For many employers, furnishing IRS Forms 1095-B and 1095-C ...
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Question of the Week - Cafeteria Plan Filings
Q.- Do we have to file a Form 5500 for our cafeteria plan?
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The Importance of Employees Setting Up Multi-Factor Authentication ...
In today’s digital workplace, protecting sensitive data is a shared responsibility. One of the simplest and most effective ways employees can help safeguard company ...
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Responsive UI Design: Universal Device Compatibility
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations face mounting pressure to deliver seamless user experiences across an increasingly divers ecosystem of ...
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How to Explain Group Benefits to New Hires
Helping new hires understand their group benefits is an important step in onboarding and employee engagement. Health, welfare, and ancillary benefits can be complex, and ...
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MyEnroll360's Multi-Factor Authentication
MyEnroll360 employs Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for enhanced security. This robust security feature reinforces protection for administrators and employees.
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Question of the Week - Self-Funded vs. Insured Health Plan
Q.- What is the difference between a self-funded and an insured health plan?
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Why Employers Should Maintain a Written Information Security Plan ...
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), along with its Security Summit partners, recently issued a reminder that organizations handling sensitive personal data must maintain ...
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Voluntary Self-Audit Program Returns for Wage, Overtime, and FMLA ...
The U.S. Department of Labor has reinstated a self-audit initiative that allows private employers to identify and resolve potential wage and leave violations under ...
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Understanding ACA Break in Service and Rehire Rules
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Question of the Week - Extension of 18-Month COBRA Period
Q: Can a former employee get more than 18 months of COBRA coverage?
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Protecting Employee Benefit Data
Employee benefit data includes some of the most sensitive information an organization handles including Social Security numbers, health coverage elections, dependent ...
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