Artificial intelligence is increasingly built directly into everyday workplace software. Email platforms draft responses automatically. PDF tools summarize documents. ...

Understanding HIPAA Protections for Group Health Plans

BAS
12.03.2026
HR & Benefits Compliance

HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, plays a central role in protecting employees and their families in employer-sponsored group health plans. ...

HHS Issues Updated Model HIPAA Privacy Notice

BAS
05.03.2026
HR & Benefits Compliance

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 ...

What To Do If an Employee Disputes Their Form 1095-C

BAS
05.03.2026
Health Care Reform (ACA)

Each year after Forms 1095-C are distributed, HR teams receive questions from employees who believe the information is incorrect. Most concerns stem from ...

IRS Updates Publication 969

BAS
19.02.2026
HR & Benefits Compliance

The IRS has released an updated version of Publication 969, Health Savings Accounts and Other Tax-Favored Health Plans, which provides guidance for various ...

Common Form 1095-C Errors and How to Fix Them

BAS
19.02.2026
Health Care Reform (ACA)

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 ...

Question of the Week - Box 12 of Form W-2

BAS
12.02.2026
Taxes

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?

A Plain-Language Guide to Benefits Terms

BAS
12.02.2026
HR & Benefits Compliance

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, ...

Understanding FMLA Leave and New Guidance on Medical Appointments

BAS
05.02.2026
HR & Benefits Compliance

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 ...

Affordable Care Act Reporting for 2025 Coverage

BAS
05.02.2026
Health Care Reform (ACA)

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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