This month's Benefits Buzz provides an overview of the 21st Century Cures Act (Act), explains the highlights of the Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2018 and discusses the latest developments with the Republican lawmakers' proposed budget resolution that would repeal parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). read more

This month's Benefits Buzz discusses Affordable Care Act (ACA) litigation that may affect employers, ACA rule changes for 2017 and the growing utilization of private exchanges. read more

Because of the health care law, you might receive some new forms this winter providing you with information about the health coverage you had or were offered in 2015. This information is intended to help individuals understand these new forms, including who should expect to receive them and what to do with them. read more

In light of the recent cyber-attacks on Anthem and Premera, this newsletter discusses best practices for responding to a health insurance carrier data breach. read more

On February 8th, 2015, the IRS released the final 1095-C, 1094-C, 1095-B, & 1094-B forms and instructions for Sections 6055 and 6056 reporting. These forms are not required to be filed for 2014. However, in preparation for the first required filing (in 2016 for 2015 coverage), reporting entities may voluntarily file in 2015 for 2014 in accordance with the draft forms and instructions. read more