Updated Guidance on Workplace Vaccine Requirements
On May 28, 2021, the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) updated its guidance related to COVID-19 vaccines. By way of...
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- Jun 8, 2021
PCORI Fee Amount Adjusted for 2021 | Due August 2, 2021
The Fee is $2.66 per Covered Life for Plan Years Ending in 2021
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- May 26, 2021
[WEBINAR ON 6/16] MLR Rebates and PCORI Fees
This webinar will cover MLR rebates, ways an employer can distribute MLR rebates, PCORI fees, how they are calculated and who pays the fee.
- May 19, 2021
IRS Issues Additional ARPA Guidance and FAQs
The IRS issues additional ARPA guidance and FAQs.
- May 12, 2021
The American Rescue Plan Act | COBRA & State Continuation Subsidy Guide
This document is meant to provide employers with a guide on how to respond to the new COBRA and State Continuation (mini-COBRA) requirements
- May 7, 2021
ERISA Compliance 101: Form 5500 Filings | Webinar on 5/19
Are you required to file a Health and Welfare Form 5500? Most plan sponsors are familiar with the Form 5500 filing requirements for a...
- Apr 22, 2021
Carrier Update | Blue Cross Blue Shield Class Action Antitrust Lawsuit / Settlement
It has come to Ascela’s attention that Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has issued notification to employers and employees regarding an...
- Apr 8, 2021
The Department of Labor Has Released COBRA Premium Subsidy Model Notices
On April 7, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released various documents pertaining to the COBRA premium assistance provisions...
- Apr 7, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act Update & Impacts on COBRA Administration
On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) was signed into law. ARPA establishes a 100% COBRA premium subsidy for...
- Apr 5, 2021
2021 Q1 Legislative Review
Critical legislative information for employers, including COVID-19-related updates. For details and information, we encourage you to...
- Apr 5, 2021
April Compliance Webinar | HR Technology Trends
HOW DOES TECHNOLOGY IMPROVE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS? The employee benefits industry is looking to technology to improve every aspect of how it...
- Apr 1, 2021
PPP Extension Act of 2021
President Biden signed the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Extension Act of 2021 into law on March 30, 2021. The new law extends the...