ACA Individual Mandate Set to Expire at the End of 2018
Starting January 1st, 2019, people will no longer be penalized by the IRS on their annual taxes for not holding health insurance.
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ACA Reporting and Handling Compliance Changes
Summit recently began working with a multi-site automotive retailer in the Midwest who needed assistance in the ACA reporting of all full-time employees at...
Department of Labor Increases Employer Penalties for 2019
The Department of Labor has increased the 2019 penalty amounts for failing to provide required documentation of employer-sponsored benefit plans.
Diverging from Professional Employer Organizations
Managing human resources, payroll and benefits for a rapidly growing company can be overwhelming.
Health Savings Accounts Fueling Retirement (Part I)
HSAs are beneficial for their triple-tax advantages, transferability, and nearly-timeless lifespan.
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Health Savings Accounts Fueling Retirement Part II: Using Your HSA
Whether you’re a saver, spender, or investor, there is an HSA contribution strategy that fits your needs.
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Health Savings Accounts Fueling Retirement Part III: Long-Term Focus
The flexibility of HSAs, unpredictability of health and retirement costs, and the need for education combine to create a unique
Implementing an HSA Plan for a Nonprofit Client
Working adults in the United States have witnessed the dramatic increase in healthcare costs over the last 10 to 20 years.
Managing Pharmacy Costs to Create Savings
As healthcare costs continue to rise, one of the main drivers remains constant across markets: the cost of prescription drugs.
Options Beyond Your Current Medical Plan
In light of ACA regulations, more companies and their HR departments are considering an alternative to the routine medical plans previously offered. Adopting a...
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Revising Administrative Processes for a Large Multi-State Client
Companies and organizations spread across multiple states and jurisdictions frequently face an increased number of rules and regulations when compared
Revisiting a PBM Contract for a Municipality
As pharmaceutical companies conduct new research in the development of prescription drugs, the demand for certain drugs amongst the insured
Voluntary Benefits: A Growing Interest Among Employees
Substantial increases in healthcare costs in the past decade have forced employers to make critical decisions about the benefit packages
When and How You Can Enroll in Medicare
The staggering number of people entering Medicare each day (10,000+) has us eager to share some detailed information that could