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The Perks of Holiday Parties: How They’re Still an Asset to Your Company | PA Benefit Advisors

December 6, 2017

The end of the year is upon us and a majority of companies celebrate with an end-of-year/holiday party. Although the trend of holiday parties has diminished in recent years, it’s still a good idea to commemorate the year with an office perk like a fun, festive party. BENEFITS OF A YEAR-END CELEBRATION Holiday staff parties … Continued

Ask the Experts: Employee on modified assignment due to a workers’ comp claim | PA Benefit Advisors

November 27, 2017

Question: We have an employee who is on modified assignment due to a workers’ comp claim. Do we have to pay for the time spent away from work for doctor appointments or does the employee have to use PTO time? Answer: You may not necessarily have to pay for the time an employee spends at … Continued

Benefit Plan Design: Charging Employees Different Premiums | PA Benefit Advisors

November 3, 2017

Employers who are designing a health and welfare benefit plan for their employees often wonder about the rules relating to setting premiums for employees. Employers generally have significant flexibility in this part of their plan’s design. Common structures contemplated by employers include, but are not limited to: Charging all employees a flat amount for their … Continued

Are You Ready to Electronically Report Injuries and Illnesses to OSHA? | PA Benefit Advisors

November 1, 2017

December 1, 2017 is the deadline for certain employers to use the Occupational Safety and Health Agency’s (OSHA) Injury Tracking Application (ITA) portal to report information from their 2016 Form 300A regarding employee illnesses and injuries. We previously reported (Breach Forces OSHA to Shut Down Reporting Portal) that OSHA suspended employer reporting through the ITA … Continued

New Exemptions from ACA’s Contraceptive Coverage Mandate | PA Benefit Advisors

October 12, 2017

On October 6, 2017, the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor (DOL), and Treasury released new interim final rules to allow more employers to exclude contraceptive coverage from their group health plans. The new rules will be published in the Federal Register next Friday and take effect immediately. Read the Moral Exemptions and … Continued

IRS Releases Final 2017 ACA Reporting Forms and Instructions | PA Benefit Advisors

October 5, 2017

The IRS has finalized the forms and instructions that employers will use for 2017 reporting under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Applicable large employers (ALEs) will use the following: 2017 Form 1094-C (transmittal to IRS). 2017 Form 1095-C (statement to individual). 2017 Instructions for Forms 1094-C and 1095-C (instructions). Employers that self-fund a minimum essential … Continued

IRS Roundup: What Employers Need to Know about the Latest ACA Notices | PA Benefit Advisors

October 3, 2017

In spite of the recent efforts by Congress to change or repeal the ACA, its provisions are still in effect. The IRS has issued continuing guidance on the affordability rate for coverage, the employer shared responsibility provisions and reporting, and the individual mandate provision. IRS Released the 2018 Affordability Rate The Internal Revenue Service released … Continued

Emergency vs. Urgent – What’s the Difference in Walk-In Care? | PA Benefit Advisors

September 26, 2017

We’ve all been there – once or twice (or more)—when a child, spouse or family member has had to gain access to healthcare quickly. Whether a fall that requires stitches; a sprained or broken bone; or something more serious, it can be difficult to identify which avenue to take when it comes to walk-in care. … Continued

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Top 3 Frequently Asked Questions about Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangements | PA Benefit Advisors