Certified Healthcare Reform Specialization continuing education provides us with the most up-to-date information on the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Health Care Reform and Obamacare. We are committed to continual education and up-to-the-minute change information so that we can help you to navigate this legislation and prepare for the administrative and financial implications.…
Details“Healthcare spending grew broadly in 2013, and especially in the second half of 2013, according to the New York Times in its Saturday, April 19, 2014 article entitled “Health Care Spending’s Recent Surge Stirs Unease.” READ MORE
This page provides you with a fantastic breakdown that will help you determine whether you are an applicable large employer, determine the controlled group and the hours that you must begin to track for your variable hour employees for purposes of determining eligibility.
Most employers are now aware that the group medical insurance waiting period for full-time (30 hours or more per week) employees may not exceed 90 days as a result of one of the provisions of the Affordable Care Act. In California, there is a more stringent 60 day waiting period limitation. The California requirement is currently under…
DetailsTake a look at IRS Form 8928 for self-reported non-compliance penalties under the ACA (link embedded in referenced article). This article from JD Supra Business Advisor by Mintz Levin is well-worth your time to read and gives a description of the penalties as well as the leniency that will be afforded employers who demonstrate reasonable…
DetailsBestefits will be joining a webcast to learn more about Worxtime for our clients. WorxTime is a software service that manages eligibility for the “Look Back Rule”. WorxTime manages the measurement, administrative, and stability periods to provide employers with data reporting. WorxTime’s intention is to keep the employer informed at all times, through an automated…
DetailsThrough our fantastic General Agent partners, we get access to a wealth of information from the insurance carriers we represent for the clients we advocate. This event will address the myriad of changes to plans, rates, administrative requirements, underwriting and other important factors that affect our clients’ coverage following the passage of the Patient Protection…
DetailsDue to the number of problems with the Federal and State Exchanges, the Exchanges and carriers extended the Open Enrollment period for individuals to apply for medical insurance once again. This extension applies to people who attempted to enroll but were unsuccessful due to technical or other difficulties. After this date, individuals will be able…
DetailsAlthough we may see yet another extension of the enrollment period, it is unlikely this will come without limitations. Enroll now and don’t miss your opportunity! If you still need help, contact us as soon as possible at http://bestefits.com/contact/. We look forward to helping you.
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