Where each state stands on ACA’s Medicaid expansion

by Eriksen Insurance | Mar 5, 2013 | Medicaid

A roundup of what each state’s leadership has said about their Medicaid plans: Via: The Advisory Board Company The Supreme Court’s ruling on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) allowed states to opt out of the law’s Medicaid expansion, leaving each...

Health care reform – should employers reduce expected health costs in 2014 by transitioning some full time employees to part time status now?

by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 26, 2013 | Insurance Reform

Association of Corporate Counsel reports: “2013 is shaping up to be a very busy year for employers in all industries, with the continued implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“ACA”). Recognizing that in 2014, applicable...

IRS issues final regulations on health care reform affordability

by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 13, 2013 | Requirements

Business Insurance reports: “Employers will not be hit with a stiff financial penalty and employees will not be eligible for federal premium subsidies to buy coverage in public health insurance exchanges regardless of how much employers charge for family...

Health Care Reform – Adjusted Gross Income VS Modified AGI

by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 4, 2013 | Requirements

Zane Benefits reports: “Modified Adjusted Gross Income is a measure used by the IRS to determine if a taxpayer is eligible to use certain deductions, credits, or retirement plans. Beginning in 2014, individuals who purchase health insurance coverage through one...

How small firms are gearing up for health reform

by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 18, 2013 | Heath Care Costs

CNN Money reports: “Legions of small and midsize businesses that don’t offer health insurance have to quickly come up with a game plan. Here’s what some are thinking. Lenny Verkhoglaz wishes he could provide health insurance to the nearly 300 home...