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The Rehabilitation Act: Encouraging Inclusivity in the Workplace

In today's diverse workforce, inclusivity is important. Employers across the United States are striving to create workplaces that welcome individuals of all backgrounds ...
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Understanding Medicare Secondary Payer Reporting

Employers offering health insurance to their employees must understand the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) reporting requirements. These regulations ensure compliance ...
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2024 Contribution Limits for Health and Welfare Plans

The IRS and Social Security Administration released the health, retirement, and payroll contribution limits for 2024. Many contribution limits have increased from 2023 ...
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Understanding Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) Reporting

Employers offering health insurance to their employees must understand the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) reporting requirements. These regulations ensure compliance ...
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EEOC Proposes New Workplace Harassment Guidance

In a rapidly evolving workplace landscape, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is taking a significant step to redefine its standards for employer ...
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Question of the Week - Self-Funded Plan

Q.- What is a self-funded health plan?
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Business Associate Agreements

A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is a contract established under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) that defines the responsibilities ...
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State-Mandated Time Off for School Activities: A Guide for HR ...

In today's fast-paced world, juggling work and family commitments can be a challenge for many employees. HR professionals play a vital role in helping organizations ...
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Navigating the Medicare Part D Notice of Creditable Coverage: A Guide ...

As HR professionals, you are no stranger to the complexities of employee benefits and healthcare compliance. One crucial aspect of this responsibility involves the ...
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Question of the Week - COBRA and Medicare

Q.- We have a COBRA participant who also has Medicare (he was enrolled in Medicare before his COBRA qualifying event). Does our plan pay primary benefits for him or does ...
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