by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 4, 2013 | Insurance Reform
Benefits in Brief reports: “Shortly before 2012 came to an end, the IRS issued proposed regulations and Frequently Asked Questions concerning the employer “play or pay” provisions of the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”). More formally known as the employer “shared...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 25, 2013 | Requirements
Legislative Update: Employers’ ACA Notice Requirement Delayed [All Markets] On Nov. 9, 2012, we reminded employers of a provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that will require employers to provide employees with a notice about the availability of the new health...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 18, 2013 | Health Laws
JD Supra reports: “By far the most important issue for employers to consider under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the employer “free rider penalty,” often referred to as “pay or play.” Instead of forcing employers to provide group health insurance to...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 14, 2013 | Insurance Reform
JDSupra reports: “Late last week the IRS released proposed regulations implementing the employer “play or pay” provisions in the Affordable Care Act. The rules are applicable to employers with 50 or more full-time equivalents and outline the requirements for...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 14, 2013 | Insurance Reform
On Jan. 2, 2013, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published a proposed rule pursuant to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) regarding employer shared responsibility for health insurance coverage. The proposed rule is now subject to public comment. The requirements of the...