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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?
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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 ...
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End-of-Year Reminder: Entering Hours for ACA

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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 ...
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ACA Update: Proposed Rules to Enhance Coverage of Preventive Services

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Question of the Week - Open Enrollment Requirement

Q.- Our health plans are not changing this year. Do we have to offer an open enrollment?
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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, ...
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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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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 ...
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Final ACA Forms and Instructions

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Question of the Week - HRA Reimbursement Timeframes

Q.- What is the maximum time period an HRA can allow for submitting expenses for reimbursement?
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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 ...
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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.
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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 ...
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Preparing for ACA Compliance

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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?
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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 ...
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CCS Commitment to COBRA

BAS, through its affiliated company Cobra Control Services, is deeply invested in providing COBRA services and ensuring accurate COBRA compliance.
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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 ...
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Pay or Play Penalties under ACA

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