ACA Reporting
ACA Compliance Lessons Learned From Recent Reporting Seasons
Common themes emerge when reflecting on recent ACA reporting seasons that can help employers reduce administrative burdens and improve accuracy.
COBRA
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?
Q.- Is it true a former employee can elect COBRA but not pay for it with the election?
A.- Yes. A COBRA continuant has 60 days to elect COBRA after a qualifying event and then 45 days from the election to pay for the coverage. Generally, an employer does not have to reinstate coverage until payment is received.
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