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Top 4 Reasons Healthcare Costs are Rising for 2025

We all know healthcare costs increase annually. Medical trend increases are based on higher costs for prescription drugs, advancement in medical technologies, reinsurance costs and regulatory changes. So, what are the reasons for the higher than normal premium rates as we approach 2025? The aftereffects of COVID are creeping into the system. 

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PCORI Fees – What Are They and When Do I Pay Them?

PCORI Fees – What are They and When Do I Pay Them? One of the many requirements in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee, an often overlooked but essential aspect of compliance. The PCORI fee is a charge imposed on issuers of specified […]

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Spousal Incentive Opt-Out HRA Plans

Spousal Incentive Opt-Out HRA Plans What is a Spousal Incentive Opt-Out HRA Plan? While many organizations have a taxable cash opt-out or waiver incentive that is offered to employees who are covered by health insurance coverage elsewhere, a spousal incentive opt-out HRA (sometimes called a spousal HRA, etc.) provides an […]

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Employer Guide: Navigating ACA Compliance as an Applicable Large Employer (ALE)

employer Guide: navigating aca compliance as an applicable large employer In today’s dynamic employment landscape, staying compliant with healthcare regulations is crucial for employers. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), signed into law in 2010, brought significant changes to the healthcare system, including requirements for employers to offer health insurance to […]

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